The iconic 2023 Reserva Old Vines, or Reserva Vinhas Velhas, is a textbook modern red from Douro showing the complexity and nuance of the old field blends on schist soils with generous but nicely integrated oak and a commercial and approachable, showy profile. In 2023, it has good freshness, ripeness and 14.5% alcohol, with a pH of 3.71 and 5.4 grams of acidity. It's medium- to full bodied and fine-boned. It matured in 85% French and 15% American oak barrels, 65% of them new, for 18 months.
Product Description:
"Deep dark ruby in colour. The nose impresses for its depth and complexity, showing aromas of ripe red fruits in perfect harmony with notes the wood forest and hints of fresh gum cistus. The palate starts in an elegant way, evolving into solid, structured wine, with velvet-textured tannins. Engaging, with a balanced, fresh, and persistent finish. This is a wine with an extraordinary complexity that fully reflects the essence of the old vines of Quinta do Crasto. Made up of 30+ grape variety blend from old vines that are 70 years old on average"- Winery
