“Le Charme 2023, extremely youthful and elegant, is the most elegant red in their Douro portfolio. This is an innovative wine produced at Vale Mendiz and Quinta de Napoles to increase both quantity and quality while following the same approach—a short maceration of whole clusters in the lagar, pressed into barrels where it finished fermenting and aged for nine months. They use high-altitude vineyards with a blend of grapes, including white varieties. This wine is floral and herbaceous, fragrant, elegant, subtly bold, and balanced, with an elegant profile. It is very well-balanced and should age gracefully. It follows in the tradition of the 2019 and 2021 vintages. 2026–2036” (Wine Advocate 2024)
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Eye
Garnet color, delicate and brilliant
Nose
A magnificent expression of crisp, juicy red fruit: delicate aromas of cherries and strawberries, with a hint of smokiness
Palate
A silky texture blends harmoniously with rustic notes; incredible freshness; vibrant fruit flavors that echo the nose; refined tannins; a beautiful, long finish that remains as refreshing as ever
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
1 to 2 hours before
Drink starting at
2025
Drink before
2036
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with hand-chopped beef tartare, a cut of beef served with truffle butter, or ash-coated goat cheese...
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2024 guide) 97/100 (Extraordinary wine)
Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
Le Charme 2023, exceptionally youthful and elegant, is the most elegant red in their Douro portfolio. This innovative wine is produced at Vale Mendiz and Quinta de Napoles to increase both quantity and quality while following the same approach—a short maceration of whole clusters in the lagar, pressed into barrels where it finished fermenting and aged for nine months. They use high-altitude vineyards with a blend of grapes, including white varieties. This wine is floral and herbaceous, fragrant, elegant, subtly bold, and balanced, with an elegant profile. It is very well-balanced and should age gracefully. It follows in the tradition of the 2019 and 2021 vintages. 2026–2036
Jancis Robinson
Rated "Recommended"
James Suckling
Rated winery (2020 guide) Recommended
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