The 2022 Reserva Old Vines—or Reserva Vinhas Velhas, as it's labeled in Portugal—comes from a field blend of 30 to 40 different varieties from vines averaging 80 years of age. It's a serious, ripe and spicy Douro red with plenty of aromas of sweet spices and Mediterranean herbs, very open and aromatic. It feels riper this year and is still quite tannic and marked by the élevage in wood. I'd wait to pull the cork.
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
