The fortified wines Quinta da Gaivosa Douro DOC, vintage 2015 from the winery Alves de Sousa has been rated in 2018 by Peter Moser with 91 Falstaff points. It is a wine made from the grape varieties Tinta Barocca, Tinto Cao, Touriga Nacional from the region Douro in Portugal.
Deep dark ruby garnet colour, opaque core, purple reflections, very delicate brightening on the rim. Slightly herbal and savoury dark berries, some liquorice and cassis, tobacco nuances. Juicy, fruity, ripe dried fruit nuances, sweet figs, vivid, somewhat demanding tannins, rather mature style, medium complexity, chocolaty finish, accessible style.
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Quinta da Gaivosa 2214
5030-055 Santa Marta de Penaguião
Portugal
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