Quinta do Noval Tawny, Douro Valley
A$42.82
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SKU
B7033NV
Noval's Tawny NV is an elegant, fleshy wine with good richness and a fresh, tangy finish. Tinta Roriz, Touriga Francesca and Tinta Barroca are the major grape varieties here, sourced from both the Estate and "A-category" suppliers. This wine is aged for three years-plus in large oak vats before the final blending and bottling. Noval’s wine tends to be darker and have more fruitcake richness than most wine in the market. This is a legacy of the quality of material involved and the higher rate of evaporation that occurs in Douro – as opposed to Vila Nova de Gaia – that concentrates the grape’s natural residual sugars.
Showcasing an intense brick colour, this has a complex nose with youthful cherry fruit and anise. On the palate, it is medium-sweet, with rich fruit and a fresh finish. Try it slightly chilled as an aperitif – as they do at the Estate (and in France) – or enjoy at room temperature with dark chocolate desserts or coffee.
Dark in color, the wine has plenty of tangy tawny character. It is ripe, full and rich with caramel and spice flavors as well as acidity that is finely balanced. This is an attractive wine, ready to drink.”
90 points winemag.com
Silky-tasting, with very fresh and vibrant flavors of dark plum, chocolate and spice. The lush finish is supple and refined.
89 points winespectator.com
| Product/Service Sold Out | No |
|---|---|
| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | Fortified |
| Country | Portugal |
| Region | Douro Valley |
| Varietals | Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca |
| Vintage | NV/MV |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
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