description Quinta do Noval Nacional Overview
Quinta do Noval Nacional represents one of Portugal’s most exceptional wines. This Vintage Port is crafted exclusively from ancient, ungrafted Touriga Nacional vines—a legacy of survival following the devastating phylloxera blight in the Douro Valley. These vines, dating back over two centuries, contribute to a uniquely concentrated and age-worthy wine. It's highly sought after by serious Port collectors and those appreciating exceptional quality within the fortified wine category.
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What makes Quinta do Noval Nacional so incredibly rare?
Nacional is produced from a small plot of ungrafted, original-vine Touriga Nacional grapes. These vines survived the devastating phylloxera plague of the 19th century that wiped out almost all other European vineyards.
How is Quinta do Noval Nacional different from regular Quinta do Noval Vintage Port?
The regular Quinta do Noval Vintage Port is made from a blend of grapes grown on standard, grafted rootstocks. Nacional, however, comes exclusively from these rare, ungrafted vines, giving it a distinct, highly concentrated flavor profile.
Where is the Quinta do Noval estate located?
The vineyard is located in the Cima Corgo sub-region of the Douro Valley in northern Portugal. This specific area is widely considered the premier terroir for producing high-quality Vintage Port.
How often is Quinta do Noval Nacional declared or released?
Nacional is only produced in the absolute best years, known as 'declared' vintages. Production is incredibly tiny, usually yielding only around 200 to 300 cases of wine per release.
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