Quinta do Vallado
Quinta do Vallado Sousão
2020
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About this winery
Quinta do Vallado, established in 1716, is one of the oldest and most notorious "Quintas" in the Douro Valley. It once belonged to the legendary Dona Antónia Adelaide Ferreira, and still belongs to her descendents. The estate lies on both banks of the Corgo River, a tributary of the Douro river, near its mouth, close to the town of Peso da Régua. For almost 200 years, Quinta do Vallado´s main activity was the production of Porto wines, that were commercialized by the Ferreira Port House. In...
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Production notes
Malolactic fermentation carried out in 225 liter French oak barrels where it remains, after being cleaned, for another 16 months. 40% new barrels and 60% 2nd year barrels.
Tasting notes
Very concentrated, with balsamic notes of oak wood, black fruits, tobacco and spices. Full-bodied and fleshy, with a mineral, fresh and long finish with a flavor of black fruits.