Quinta de Valle Longo Vintage Port 2019: An Exceptional Tasting Experience

Quinta de Valle Longo Vintage Port 2019 offers a unique and exceptional tasting experience that wine connoisseurs can enjoy and savor. From the 1st of April 2023 up to the 30th of June 2023 this exquisite vintage port will be available for purchase, subject to the available stock. Made with a combination of traditional and modern winemaking techniques, this port is an excellent choice for a special occasion.

Winemaking Techniques

The grapes for this vintage port are handpicked for small baskets, all coming from a single harvest. The grapes are then treaded by foot in old stone “lagares” and the fermentation is temperature controlled, with brandy being added to stop the process. This vintage port is made to be aged for many years, with an aging potential of over 30 years if kept in ideal storage conditions.

Grape Varieties

Quinta de Valle Longo Vintage Port 2019 is made using the following grape varieties: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca and Tinta Roriz.

Tasting Notes

This vintage port displays classic ruby colour in the glass, with a very good aroma of black floral notes and light minerality. It is well-balanced in the mouth, with ripe fruit and tannins providing longevity flavour.

Storage and Serving Advices

It is recommended to store this vintage port on its side in a cool, dark place, away from direct light. The best way to enjoy this port is after decanting it, as it will open up and reach its peak. Once open it should be served at a temperature between 16ºC and 18ºC and consumed on the same day.

Food Pairing

This vintage port pairs nicely with strong cheeses such as Stilton, Roquefort, Danish blue, Portuguese Serra. It can also be served with fruit or chocolate desserts.