The jewel in the crown. Its freshness and minerality make it appetizing when young, but it can age for decades.

Harvest

So far, Porto's 2018 vintage promises to be excellent. The drought that afflicted the Douro the previous year continued into 2018, until the skies finally opened in March. The resulting harvest was less than average, but some great wines were made, especially when the very successful Touriga Franca – which flourished in the heat – was used.

Winemaking

Foot trodden in granite mills for 3 or 4 nights, with careful temperature control. Aged in oak barrels for 24 months before bottling.