The native grapes for this Special Reserve Ruby Port from Magalhaes come from their A-rated vineyard at Vale de Mendiz in Pinhão River Valley, with acidic and schistic soil and an altitude of 250-350m. Average age of the vines is over 30 years. Fermentation at controlled temperature and fortified with local brandy at 77%, before ageing in stainless steel to soften and evolve the wine.
Deep ruby in colour, it retains a fresh and fruity character. The elegant bouquet is packed with red fruit, falling on to the smooth palate with a persistent finish. Try with hard cheeses or dark chocolate-based desserts.
Quinta do Silval has been a well known port producer since the 1800’s. The estate has 22 hectares of vineyards across the famous parishes of Vale de Mendiz and Roncão, all A-rated; the highest possible vineyard classification in the Douro Demarcated Region. The owners descend from one of the three Magalhães family branches, a name in use since 1870. Each bottle and label is packed with history.
Sub Type: | Fortified |
Grape: | Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca |
Country: | Portugal |
Region: | Douro |
Tasting Notes: | Soft with a fresh and fruity character. The elegant bouquet is packed with red fruit, falling on to the smooth palate with a persistent finish. |
Appearance: | Deep Ruby |
Body: | Med-Full |
Sweetness: | Medium Sweet |
Blending: | Blended |
Oaking: | Unoaked |
ABV: | 19.5% |
Vintage: | NV |
Vintage Note: | From the vintages available you will be delivered the earliest or a mix depending on quantities ordered. Please leave a message in basket if you require a specific vintage |
World Type: | Old World |
Closure: | Cork |
Wine Size: | 75cl |
Suitable: | |
Food Match: | Hard Cheese|Desserts |
Producer: | Magalhaes |
SKU | MAGALHAESSPECIALRUBY |
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