Vista Alegre Fine Tawny port
€ 11.12
| Producer | Vallegre |
| Region | Douro |
| Grapes | Tinta Barroca, Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Tinto Cão |
| Ageing | At least 3 years in oak casks |
| Alcohol | 20%vol | pH: 3.73 |
| Serving | Ready to drink, no need to decant Store upright, at a constant temperature and away from direct light Keeps 8-10 weeks once opened |
A Fine Tawny with spice and dried fruit, smooth and elegant.
Tasting note
Red with strong brownish hues. A fresh, delicate aroma of spice and dried fruit from the ageing in oak casks, and a smooth, elegant, long finish.
The story
This Fine Tawny ages for at least three years in oak casks and is less fruity than a ruby.
Food pairing
Chilled as an aperitif with dried fruit. Also excellent with desserts made with chocolate, fresh fruit and red or wild berries, and a treat with strong cheeses.
The producer
Vallegre is based at Quinta da Vista Alegre, in the Cima Corgo, on the right bank of the Douro between the mouth of the Pinhão and Covas do Douro. The quinta’s vineyards have been making wine since the 19th century. The quinta belongs to the Cunha Barros family, and in 1998 the company took the name Vallegre, a blend of its two main quintas: Valle Longo and Vista Alegre.
At Quinta da Vista Alegre the grapes for Port are still foot-trodden in old stone lagares. Besides Port, Vallegre also makes unfortified Douro wines.
Critics & Awards
16/20 Revista de Vinhos