PLEASE NOTE: This is a recurring auction. The seal number(s) you see on the photos might differ from the one(s) on your bottle(s). 2019 Quinta do Pessegueiro Plenitude Red 1 x 0.75L 2019 Quinta do Pessegueiro Grande Reserva Red 1 x 0.75L 2 Bottles Douro Region DESCRIPTION The philosophy of Roger Zannier's estate combines the wisdom of traditional Douro viticulture with modern scientific knowledge. The sharing of knowledge, the passion, motivation and commitment of the employees, who also cultivate respect for the land and nature, make it possible to improve, vintage after vintage, the quality of the wines of Quinta do Pessegueiro, making it today one of the great Douro wines. The entire vineyard is farmed in a way that respects the natural balance, banishes herbicides and is close to organic farming. We already have 18 ha (60%) certified and the remaining 12 ha, although not certified, are treated in a very similar way to organic. Each plot is cultivated according to the nature of the soil, the slope, the exposure and the varieties that populate it. The horse is also an essential assistant in the work of the espalier vines. WINEMAKER: João Cabral Nicolau de Almeida. 2019 Quinta do Pessegueiro Plenitude Red 1 x 0.75L AWARDS/RECOMMENDATIONS 17.5 Points, Vinho Grandes Escolhas 94 Points, Falstaff (2015 Vintage) 18.5 Points, Revista de Vinhos (2015 Vintage) WINE VARIETIES: Old Vines (100 Years Old). VINIFICATION Harvest took place in September. The grapes were transported to the winery in 22 Kg boxes. They were kept in cold room for 12 hours and then they were gravity-driven to the granite lagares, where complete fermentation took place with native yeasts. Aging was done for 30 months in 225 L barrels and 600 L casks. It was bottled in May 2022. TASTING NOTES Deep ruby colour. A wine with a very complex aroma, it presents with notes of woodland, coffee, liquorice, and blackberry jam. A wine with a velvety texture and astounding depth, yielding several layers of flavour that come through on the palate with a profound elegance and finesse. A timeless wine. SERVING It goes well with roasts, red meat and game. Store in a horizontal position, in a cool and dry place, protected from light and temperature fluctuations. Serve at a temperature of 16ºC to 18ºC. Consume in moderation.  2019 Quinta do Pessegueiro Grande Reserva Red 1 x 0.75L AWARDS/RECOMMENDATIONS 92 Points, Top 100 Cellar Selection, Wine Enthusiast 18 Points, Vinho Grandes Escolhas 93 Points, Revista Adega (2018 Vintage) 93 Points, Falstaff (2017 Vintage) 91 Points, Wine Spectator (2015 Vintage) 91 Points, Wine & Spirits Magazine (2015 Vintage) 17.5 Points, Vinum Magazine (2015 Vintage) 95 Points, Platinum Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards (2014 Vintage) 90 Points, VertdeVin (2013 Vintage) 90 Points, Andreas Larsson - Tasted (2013 Vintage) WINE VARIETIES: Old Vines (40%), Touriga Nacional (40%) & Touriga Franca (20%). VINIFICATION Harvest took place in September. The grapes were transported to the winery in 22Kg boxes. They were kept in cold storage for 12h and then they were gravity-driven to the lagar, where completed fermentation took place. Aging was done for 12 months in 225L barrels and 600L casks French and Austrian oak. The wine was bottled in June 2021. TASTING NOTES A dark ruby-coloured wine notable for its balsamic, forest, and star anise notes. In the mouth, it is delicate with smooth tannins. Spices and black tea take over your palate, giving way to a long-lasting aftertaste. An iconic Douro. SERVING It goes well with roasts, red meat and game. Store in a horizontal position, in a cool and dry place, protected from light and temperature fluctuations. Serve at a temperature of 16ºC to 18ºC. Consume in moderation.