Quinta Nova Vintage port 2013
€ 75.00
The slogans of Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo are Balance, harmony and authenticity. Deep ruby color. Complex, notes of ripe black fruits. In the mouth reveals a huge volume, strong structure, intensity and deepness
Manual grapes selections at the entrance to the cellar. Fermented in mechanic tanks for 2 days, with temperature control. Intense pumping over and maceration for a further 2 days and fortification by 19% with iced grape spirit (77% vol.)
Store & Serve
Store in a dark, cool place (12º to 14ºC). The bottles must lie with the label facing up. Drinking is possible until 2040.
Must be served at a temperature of 16-18ºC. Uncork and decant 2 hours before drinking.
Drink within 3 days after opening
Critics & Awards
17,5/20 - Revista de Vinhos Tasted: 1-May-2016
90/100 - Wine Enthusiast Tasted: 4-Jan-2016
4,3/5 - Vivino (36 ratings)
92/100 -
Doctorwine Tasted: 20-Apr-2016
A blend of 30 traditional grapes, above all Touriga Nacional , fortified by 19% neutral spirits when the sugar level drops below 100g/l. The wine ages in barriques and stainless steel vats for two years. It has a very shiny and consistent dark ruby color. There are scents of licorice, graphite and all the balsamic dark fruit you could want and while the aroma is complex it is not toned down. The mouthfeel is still distinctly sweet and this is why the producer suggests not consuming this vintage until 2025. However, the tannins are held up by a good acidity considering the varieties of the grapes and the vintage (the producer says) and the finish is not fruity but spicy and obviously bold. Given my relative inexperience with this wonderful wine, take my rating with more than just the usual pinch of salt. But do not wait until 2025 and remember to do what I do: keep it cold in the refrigerator to tone down the sweetness.