Description

Quinta do Noval Vintage Port 2016 is a classic declared Vintage Port that perfectly expresses the unique identity of Quinta do Noval. Produced only in exceptional years from the estate's finest vineyards, this wine combines extraordinary concentration, freshness and elegance with remarkable ageing potential.

The 2016 vintage is characterized by remarkable aromatic purity, refined tannins and exceptional balance, reflecting both the outstanding growing season and Quinta do Noval's meticulous vineyard management and traditional winemaking.

About Quinta do Noval

Founded in 1715, Quinta do Noval is one of the Douro Valley's most historic and prestigious Port houses. Renowned for producing some of Portugal's greatest Vintage Ports, including the legendary Nacional, the estate is distinguished by its unique terroir, extensive vineyard holdings and commitment to expressing the authentic character of each vintage.

Official Vineyard & Winemaking

The grapes are sourced exclusively from Quinta do Noval's vineyards in the heart of the Douro Valley. Following careful hand harvesting, the fruit is sorted and vinified using a combination of traditional stone lagares and modern stainless-steel fermentation, preserving fruit purity while achieving excellent extraction.

After fortification, the wine spends approximately 18 months maturing before bottling as a declared Vintage Port, where it continues to evolve in bottle over many decades.

Official Technical Information

• Producer: Quinta do Noval
• Product: Vintage Port
• Vintage: 2016
• Country: Portugal
• Region: Douro Valley
• Category: Vintage Port
• Grape Varieties: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinto Cão, Sousão and field blend traditional Douro grape varieties
• Harvest: Hand harvested
• Vinification: Traditional stone lagares and stainless-steel fermentation
• Maturation: Approximately 18 months before bottling
• Alcohol: 19.5% ABV
• Bottle Size: 750ml

Official Tasting Notes

Appearance
Deep opaque purple with vivid violet highlights.

Aroma
Intense aromas of blackberries, cassis, blueberries, violets, wild herbs and graphite with remarkable freshness and purity.

Palate
Full-bodied and powerful with concentrated dark fruit, firm yet refined tannins, mineral complexity and exceptional balance between richness and freshness.

Finish
Exceptionally long, precise and persistent with remarkable elegance.

Official Serving Suggestions

• Decant before serving.
• Serve at 16–18°C.
• Ideal for long-term cellaring.
• Excellent with blue cheeses or dark chocolate desserts.

Food Pairing

• Stilton
• Roquefort
• Dark chocolate
• Black forest cake
• Walnut tart
• Dried figs
• Roasted walnuts

Cellaring Potential

The 2016 Vintage Port possesses exceptional structure and concentration, allowing it to mature gracefully for several decades under proper cellar conditions.