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Alves de Sousa - 2019 Ruby Vintage Port

Alves de Sousa - Porto Ruby Vintage 2019

Médaille d'or

Decanter

Portugal
spicy
elegant
black fruits
sumptuous
cigar

"Made from grapes grown in the estate's two finest vineyards, this exceptionally complex Port promises an extraordinary tasting experience—limited quantities available!"

Crafted from a blend of Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, and Sousão grapes sourced from the family’s two finest vineyards, the 2019 Vintage offers the richness and concentration of Quinta da Oliveirinha (in Cima Corgo) and the elegance of Quinta da Gaivosa (in Baixo Corgo). Deep in color, dense, and wonderfully balanced, its complex flavors of dark chocolate, black plums, and small berries, along with its long, subtly spicy finish, will enhance your festive meals.

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Estate

Alves de Sousa

Vintage

Porto Vintage

Vintage

2009

Designation

Porto

Region

Portugal

Grape varieties

Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, et Sousão

Regions

Vines averaging 25 years old, planted on terraces; grapes sourced from the family’s two finest vineyards: the richness and concentration of Quinta da Oliveirinha (in Cima Corgo) and the elegance of Quinta da Gaivosa (in Baixo Corgo), with the Douro River nearby

Viticulture

Reasoned

Grape Harvest

At peak ripeness

Winemaking

Fermented for 4 days in a "lagar," with foot-treading; fermentation was halted by adding "Aguardente" (a 77% ABV wine spirit)

Livestock farming

Aged for 2 years in French oak barrels before being aged in bottles

Alcohol content

19,5%

Residual sugars

98.2 g/L

Eye

Dark amber color, bright luster

Nose

Intense, concentrated, and highly complex, with aromas of roasted notes, dark chocolate, blueberries, and oriental spices

Palate

Dark, dense, flawlessly balanced, with great structure, notes of dark chocolate, black plums, and small berries; an intense, very long finish with subtle spice; excellent aging potential

Serve

At 15°C

Open

1 hour before serving

Drink from

2024

Guard

For 20 to 30 years

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

Enjoy it with a lightly seasoned and peppery foie gras, with a cigar, or on its own to fully appreciate its subtleties...

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Wine rated (2013 guide) Gold Medal

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