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2016 Quinta Do Portal Grande Reserva Tinto

2016 Quinta Do Portal Grande Reserva Tinto

94 WE

Featured Review
This is a rich, impressively dense wine. This vintage is exceptional with its poise between richness and opulent black fruits. With its tannins and great concentration, it is just approaching readiness. Preferably wait until late 2020 to drink. Wine Enthusiast

Wine Enthusiast | 94 WE

Critic Reviews

This is a rich, impressively dense wine. This vintage is exceptional with its poise between richness and opulent black fruits. With its tannins and great concentration, it is just approaching readiness. Preferably wait until late 2020 to drink.

Wine Enthusiast | 94 WE
A vibrant medley of cherry tart and raspberry reduction flavors marks this powerful but charming red, with accents of licorice and floral. Dusty tannins meld over the mineral and bergamot tea notes on the finish. Best from 2020 through 2028.

Wine Spectator | 93 WS
The 2016 Grande Reserva is mostly a 60/30 blend of Touriga Nacional and Tinta Roriz, with 10% Touriga Franca, aged for 14 months in new French oak. It comes in at 14% alcohol. Despite lower alcohol, in perception, this adds extra concentration compared to the regular Reserva, plus more power. The tannins are rather ripe, though. The easygoing Reserva is ready now, but the Grande Reserva might benefit from a year or two in the cellar. Still, this is not a great Grande Reserva this issue. Like the Reserva, it is a bit understated. Also like the Reserva, it is wonderfully fresh and easy to drink with food, a very elegant wine.

I'm not sure this does enough to justify the big price spike over the regular Reserva, but it is a better crafted wine. They may separate more with age. In that regard, this should hold reasonably well. It doesn't have a big tannic backbone, but the freshness may help it age gracefully.

Robert Parker Wine Advocate | 90 RP

Wine Details for 2016 Quinta Do Portal Grande Reserva Tinto

Type of Wine Other
Varietal Proprietary Blend : Proprietary Blend is a general term used to indicate that a wine is comprised of multiple grape varietals which are either “proprietary” to the winery or is blended and does not meet the required maximum or minimum percentage of a particular varietal. This also is the case for the grape’s place of origin, especially for region, appellation or vineyard designated wines. There are endless examples of blended wines which are labeled as “Proprietary Blend” and in conjunction with each region’s stipulated wine laws and regulations makes for a vast blanket for wines to fall into. Perhaps the simplest example is California; if a wine is to be labeled as Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, it is required to have at least 75% of the varietal (Cabernet Sauvignon) and 85% of the fruit must be cultivated from the Napa Valley wine district. If the wine does not meet the requirements, it is then labeled as Proprietary Blend.

Country Portugal : Viticulture has existed on the Iberian Peninsula (home to modern day Spain and Portugal) for thousands of years, dating as far back as 2000 BC. The country of Portugal, with its 250 native grape varieties, has a long and colorful history of viticulture and is renowned for its production of the world-famous fortified wines of Port and Madeira. Beyond these rich and intriguing styles, the country has become diversified, and is now being recognized for its refreshing whites of Vinho Verde, sparkling wines from Obidos and the warm reds from Douro and Dao. In the past few decades, Portugal has enjoyed somewhat of a revival in terms of viticulture and is becoming increasingly popular for its many wine styles.



Portugal may not compare to neighboring Spain’s production rate, but in terms of quality, it can do more than hold a candle. Portugal’s production of Port is, without a doubt, its fame to claim and has brought global recognition; however Its recent renaissance and its incredible array of wine styles has helped to only bring more attention to the country’s wine industry. Its annual production of 600 million liters of wine from its 195,000 hectares under vine is an incredible feat for one of the smaller wine producing countries.



Many of the key grape varieties cultivated in Portugal are considered native. Touriga Nacional, Trincadeira, Baga and Tinta Roriz lead the way and are the most popular and important grapes grown. Portugal’s temperate, predominately maritime climate and portfolio of terroirs is greatly conducive to vinification. Its many mountains, river valleys and limestone-rich coastal hills allows for a rich and diverse range of soils. The Atlantic influences the growing season which sees high levels of rainfall allowing for high yields. This can also be a detriment and an increased risk of fungal diseases. Coastal region winegrowers has have worked diligently to cultivated ventilated sites as well as high trellising methods to keep the grapes from developing bunch rot.



The international wine market is becoming more cognizant of the many great wines coming from Portugal, from the reds of Douro and Dao to the red, white and rose from Vinho Verde, sparkling renditions from native varietals to the unprecedented and world-famous Port wines. International varieties (most of French origins) such as Syrah and Merlot have taken root in Portuguese soil. Despite the arrival of these varieties making a splash, and intrigue, Portugal’s long tradition of winemaking in the region has allowed winemakers to maintain a certain uniqueness in their wines. The Old Word nation of Portugal commands global respect and recognition for its many accomplishments and contributions to the world of wine.


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