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). 2014 Quinta do Pessegueiro Red 1 x 0.75L 2017 Quinta do Pessegueiro Red 1 x 0.75L 2018 Quinta do Pessegueiro Red 1 x 0.75L 3 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. AWARDS/RECOMMENDATIONS 95 Points, Platinum Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards (2014 Vintage) 93 Points, Revista Adega (2018 Vintage) 93 Points, Falstaff (2017 Vintage) 92 Points, Cellar Selection, Wine Enthusiast (2018 Vintage) 91 Points, Wine Spectator (2015 Vintage) 91 Points, Wine & Spirits Magazine (2015 Vintage) 90 Points, VertdeVin (2013 Vintage) 90 Points, Andreas Larsson - Tasted (2013 Vintage) 18 Points, Vinho Grandes Escolhas (2019 Vintage) 17.5 Points, Vinum Magazine (2015 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 room for 12h, then conducted by gravity to the granite lagares, where complete fermentation took place. Aging was done for 12 months in 225L barrels and 600L casks French and Austrian oak barrels. 2014 TASTING NOTES Bright ruby coloured wine, with black cherry and fig aromas, and a little touch of forest. The flavour is elegant with a full body and density, hence providing a taste of the characteristics of the year 2015. A complete wine. 2017 TASTING NOTES Bright ruby colour wine, with aromas of tea, chocolate and spices. In the mouth, shows freshness, notes of forest and very dry tannins. A long persistent finish. 2018 TASTING NOTES Vivid ruby colour. Nutmeg, thyme, rosemary, and gorse flavours. In the mouth, it presents with minty chocolate and turmeric notes, rounding off with a hint of pepper. An exquisite wine with a good finish. SERVING Ideal to accompany cheeses, red meat and game dishes. 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.