Portal Vintage 2007 Ruby

Grapes from old vines, plots of various varieties planted together. Manual harvesting. Strict manual selection of bunches. In the winery we practice traditional stem fermentation in granite presses using foot treading. After aging, the wines age in barrels for two years until bottling, which happens without the wine being filtered. A somewhat opaque wine, intense red with a violet halo. On the nose it is concentrated, opulent and with excellent aromatic depth. Dominated by ripe, red and black fruits, as well as dried fruits, floral notes (cisva, eucalyptus) and nuances of Douro schist give it even more complexity. On the palate, we discover a drier style with good structure, excellent mouth volume and balance. Very long finish. Contains sulfites.

60% mixed old vines (from a vine under control by Quinta do Vallado in the Torto River Valley) and 40% Touriga Nacional from Quinta do Vallado. The grapes (50% of them with stems) were fermented during 4 days in presses with footfoot periodic. The wine aged for 20 months in stainless steel tanks. Deep and strong nose, with intense aromas of dark fruits. full bodied with ripe and smooth tannins. Excellent structure and complexity, with very long finish. Contains sulfites.

The roots in the schist lands are deep, the Port has never been forgotten but before deepened, studied and experienced. Teachings, in search of the best expression of family vineyards in the various categories of Port Wines. Currently, the Alves de Sousa family is proud to present a distinct line of Ports, which reflect all the work, attention and deep respect for Port Wine, with the always personal touch of Alves de Sousa. Alves de Sousa Porto Vintage brings together grapes from two of the best vineyards in the family, combining the concentration of Quinta da Oliveirinha in Cima Corgo with the elegance of Quinta da Gaivosa in Baixo Corgo. It is a wine with great character, structure and capacity of guard but also with a great balance. Deep ruby color, extraordinarily balanced. Large structure with intense notes of dark chocolate, black plums and blackberries. Spicy, complex and with a long finish. A wine with a long and auspicious life ahead. Contains sulfites.