2019 Quinta da Devesa Grande Reserva Red 6 x 0.75L 6 Bottles Douro Region WINEMAKERS: Luís Rodrigues. WINE VARIETIES: Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca & Tinta Barroca. VINIFICATION Careful selection of the finest grapes, harvested by hand. Destemming and crushing are performed with 100% of the grapes destemmed. Once the temperature reaches 20-22°C, fermentation begins, maintaining a controlled temperature between 22-25°C for 5 to 7 days. Brief pumping over every 3 hours. Aged for 24 months in new and used barrels and a minimum of 1 year in the bottle. Quinta da Devesa vineyards are managed using sustainable agricultural practices, in accordance with the Integrated Production of Sustainable Agriculture guidelines, certified by an independent organization recognized by the Portuguese State. TASTING NOTES The nose reveals aromas of black plum, violet, and nutmeg. On the palate, this wine has good volume, concentration, and a very long finish. SERVING It goes well with red and white meats and cheeses. Store in a horizontal position, in a cool and dry place, protected from light and temperature fluctuations. Serve at a temperature between 16ºC and 18ºC. Consume in moderation. HISTORY The story of José Fortunato Júnior and his wife, Antónia Soares Fortunato, is that of a lifetime dedicated to Port Wine. In 1941, they acquired Quinta da Devesa and today it remains an independent family business dedicated to production of Port and Douro wines. Quinta da Devesa carries a long history. In 1844, the well-known Barão de Forrester, included this property in what was the first map of the Douro Demarcated Region. But the most important history of this property began in the last century, in 1941, when the Fortunato family acquired the property, thus starting a new phase of greater investment in wine production, with a special focus on Port Wine. Later on, the DOC Douro still wines also became part of the portfolio. 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).