Quinta do Noval

Made from 42% viosinho and 58% gouveio grown on the plateau of the quinta on 100% schist soil. It’s fermented and aged in 65% new oak barrels and made to age. It shows toasty, vanilla bean aromas, a very creamy, broad texture and a long, lingering finish. Generous in peaches, tangy green apples, citrus, minerals, flowers and herbaceous notes that are fascinating to savor. Drinkable now, but best from 2028.

Pale yellow green, silver reflections. Fresh herbal savouriness, some Garrique, delicate notes of pear and lime, a hint of almond. Taut, white apple, fresh acidity, mineral and good persistence, very delicate oak nuances, good length, an animating food companion.