Quinta da Devesa carries a secular history. In 1844, the well-known Baron Forrester, included this property in what was the first map of the Douro Demarcated Region. But the most important history of this property began last century, in 1941, when the Fortunato family acquired the Quinta, thus beginning a new phase of greater investment in wine production, with a special focus on Port Wines. Later there are also references to DOC Douro wines, which has strengthened its presence in the national and international wine market. Quinta da Devesa remains today an independent family company, oriented to the future, with presence in several international markets. The investment made in recent years has brought greater recognition by wine lovers and specialized critics. The result of all this is also visible through the huge palate of national and international awards achieved to date.

Winemaking

Schist soil and Mediterranean climate. Careful selection of the best grapes, with manual harvesting. Field blend of over 20 traditional grape varieties of the region. Foot treading in granite mills. Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels used and minimum of 12 months in the bottle.The vineyards of Quinta da Devesa are managed using sustainable agriculture practices, in accordance with the guidelines of Integrated Production of Sustainable Agriculture, certified by an independent organization, recognized by the Portuguese State.

Tasting notes

The nose offers concentration, gluttonous. Reveals notes of blackberry, toasted notes and small notes of vanilla, cassis associated with small touches of ripe strawberry / cherry, as well as very discreet notes of sweet spices and a very discreet touch of Sichuan pepper. In the mouth it is juicy, fruity, well balanced, quite direct and offers a nice acidity, a slight tension, precision, gluttonous. In the mouth this wine expresses notes of juicy, ripe blackberry and raspberry and small notes of cassis combined with touches of juicy blueberries, flowers, liquorice, slight vanilla notes as well as very discreet notes of cardamom and black olive. The tannins are quite firm and discreetly smooth. Good aftertaste.Recommended serving temperature: 16° — 18°C