The 2017 Quinta do Crasto Vintage Port comes from an estate located in a unique spot along the Douro River. Quinta do Crasto is best known for its high-quality wines and port. This Vintage Port combines a powerful vintage with the estate\u2019s unique character, where the vineyards are situated on steep slopes overlooking the river.<\/p>\n
Quinta do Crasto has a long history in the Douro and owns vineyards on schist soils. The 2017 growing season was warm and dry, with an early harvest in various parts of the region. The limited yields and ripe grapes resulted in concentrated wines for many producers. For Vintage Port, it is important that this ripeness is balanced by sufficient freshness and structure. After a relatively short period in barrel, the wine is bottled to age further in the bottle. In its youth, dark fruits and firm tannins often dominate. Over the years, more nuance may develop, but the wine\u2019s evolution depends heavily on the conditions under which the bottle is stored.<\/p>\n
Expect black currants, ripe plums, dark cherries, violets, and subtle spices. The flavor is concentrated and well-structured, with tannins and crisp acidity that balance the sweetness.<\/p>\n
Serve at around 16 to 18 degrees Celsius. If using an older bottle, stand it upright beforehand and decant it carefully to separate any sediment. Pair with blue cheese or dark chocolate, or taste the wine on its own to discover the character of the vintage.<\/p>\n
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