Apelation: Douro Doc.
Vintage: N/A
Winemaking:
During the January following each vintage, Quinta do Convento sets aside a reserve of very concentrated, powerful vintage quality red ports, selected primarily from the firm's own quinta and judged according to their ageing potential. As tawny ports age, they grow lighter in colour, as they throw their deposit in the cask rather than in the bottle. The process of racking contributes to the oxidation process whereby the wine's fruit qualities gradually diminish and its nutty characteristics are acquired. The wines drawn from this extensive reserve of aged ports are then carefully blended for balance and continuity of style.
Grape Varieties: Old Vines