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Quinta de Fafide Douro Reserva
Quinta de Fafide
Portugal - Douro

Quinta de Fafide estate is located on the outskirts of Sao Joao da Pesqueira, at an altitude between 550 and 650 meters. The grapes are generally harvested in October, with the altitude allowing them to ripen without water stress.

Extremely fresh, this wine shows the freshness of the grapes. Very intense and elegant aromas that are dominated by plum jam and perfectly balanced with toasty notes from the aging in French oak barrels. Excellent tannins on the palate, with a long and lasting finish.

Specifications
Wine Type
Red
Varietal(s)
50% Touriga Nacional, 15% Tinta Roriz (Tempranillo) and 35% Touriga Franca
Soil type
schist
Vinification
Hand-picked grapes. Full destemming and immediately crushed, the grapes are fermented by grape variety and by blends, to make a rigorous selection process which will give the better blend, very traditional, old world, reveals the art of selecting grapes per plot and the art of selecting wines to blend later. Fermentation is done in stainless steel vats of small capacity, with temperatures around 28 ºC. Controlled and smooth macerations in order to get elegant and aromatic wines.
50% of the blend aged in French oak barrels during 8 months, 50% in stainless steel vats.
Pairings

Serve with red meat, game, strong cheeses, spicy meat dishes.

Reviews and News

2015 Quinta de Fafide Douro Reserva - SILVER MEDAL & 91 PTS - DECANTER

2015 Quinta de Fafide Douro Reserva - SILVER MEDAL & 91 PTS - DECANTER

decanter silver 2017- Decanter World Wine Awards (July 2017), Silver Medal + 91 pts

 

 

 

 

2015 Quinta de Fafide Douro Reserva - 89 PTS - WS

2015 Quinta de Fafide Douro Reserva - 89 PTS - WS

wine spectator 89 pts"A dense but supple red, with ripe cherry and raspberry notes detailed with gingerbread, berry tea and olive accents, supported by full tannins and well integrated acidity. Baking spice and mineral elements bind together on the finish. Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz and Touriga Franca. Drink now through 2022."
- Wine Spectator (December 2017), 89 pts

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2014 Quinta de Fafide Douro Reserva - 88 PTS & BEST BUY - WE

2014 Quinta de Fafide Douro Reserva - 88 PTS & BEST BUY - WE

wine enthusiast 88 pts"An elegant wine that is balanced between blackberry fruits and tight acidity. It is structured with a blend of wood aging and crisp fruit. Drink this attractive wine now. - Roger Voss"
- Wine Enthusiast (November 2016), 88 pts + BEST BUY

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2014 Quinta de Fafide Douro Reserva - 87 PTS - W&S

2014 Quinta de Fafide Douro Reserva - 87 PTS - W&S

wine and spirits logo 250"This wine’s clean red berry flavors are brightened by scents of violets and lavender. Then the soft influence of oak takes the finish in a bacon-scented direction. For roast pork."
- Wine & Spirits Magazine (April 2017), 87 pts

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Producer Information: Quinta de Fafide

Quinta de Fafide estate is located on the outskirts of São João da Pesqueira, overlooking the Torto River, on schist soil at an average altitude of 550 meters above the ...
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