Quinta da Romaneira - R de Romaneria - Red

Quinta da Romaneira - R de Romaneria - Red - 2016 - 75cl - Onshore Cellars

Quinta da Romaneira - R de Romaneria - Red

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Red
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ABV
13.5%
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16° - 18° C
Food Pairings
BeefLambGame BirdsMushroomsCharcuterie and Cured MeatsTomato-Based Dishes

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Quinta Da Romaneira

Quinta da Romaneira

Quinta Da Romaneira is a renowned wine producer located in the Douro Valley region of Portugal. The estate has a rich history dating back to the 18th century...

Quinta Da Romaneira is a renowned wine producer located in the Douro Valley region of Portugal. The estate has a rich history dating back to the 18th century when it was first established by the Portuguese royal family. Today, the estate is owned by a group of investors who have worked tirelessly to maintain the estate's reputation for producing some of the finest wines in the region.

The estate is known for its production of port wine, which is a fortified wine made by adding brandy to the wine during the fermentation process. The port wine produced by Quinta Da Romaneira is of exceptional quality, with a rich, full-bodied flavour and a deep, ruby-red colour. The estate produces a range of port wines, including vintage, tawny, and ruby port.

In addition to port wine, Quinta Da Romaneira also produces a range of table wines. The estate's vineyards are planted with a variety of grape varieties, including Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, and Touriga Franca. The wines produced by the estate are characterised by their complexity, depth of flavour, and balance.

The production process at Quinta Da Romaneira is steeped in tradition. The grapes are hand-picked and sorted before being crushed and fermented in traditional granite lagares. The wine is then aged in oak barrels for a period of time before being bottled.

Overall, Quinta Da Romaneira is a producer of exceptional wines that are steeped in history and tradition. The estate's commitment to quality and attention to detail is evident in every bottle of wine produced. Whether you are a fan of port wine or table wine, Quinta Da Romaneira is a producer that should not be missed.

Quinta da Romaneira
Douro

The Douro is a wine region in northern Portugal, centred on the valley of the Douro River as it flows westward toward the Atlantic. The region spans from...

The Douro is a wine region in northern Portugal, centred on the valley of the Douro River as it flows westward toward the Atlantic. The region spans from the Spanish border near the town of Barca d'Alva to the Atlantic coast, with the demarcated wine zone covering approximately 250,000 hectares. The Douro has been producing wine for centuries, though its modern reputation was established during the 18th and 19th centuries when fortified wines from the region gained international recognition.

The Douro's terrain is characterized by steep terraced slopes cut into granite schist and slate hillsides, creating a dramatic landscape with significant variation in microclimates and soil composition. The region experiences a continental climate with hot, dry summers and cold winters, moderated somewhat by Atlantic influences in the western sections. Over 100 permitted grape varieties are allowed in Douro production, reflecting the region's historical diversity; red wines typically blend indigenous varieties such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinto Roriz, and Tinta Barroca. Modern Douro table wines—distinct from the fortified Port wines for which the region is internationally known—have expanded considerably since the 1980s and are produced across a range of styles.

Douro red wines are characterised by bold, concentrated fruit flavours and structured tannins, reflecting the warm climate and challenging growing conditions. Wines from lower, warmer terraces tend toward ripe dark fruit and spice, while those from higher elevations show greater acidity and mineral definition. The region's indigenous variety blends typically display dark berry fruit, licorice, and sometimes floral notes, with considerable aging potential in the finest examples.

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