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Noval Fine Ruby Port is a young, fruit-led port from Quinta do Noval in the Douro, made from Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca and Tinta Barroca. Bright ruby in colour, it shows a youthful, aromatic nose of cherries and a balanced, fruity palate.
Description
Noval Fine Ruby Port is produced by Quinta do Noval, the Douro estate founded in 1715, predominantly from Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca and Tinta Barroca selected from A-grade grapes. The fruit grows on schist terraces in the heart of the Douro Valley, where heat-retaining rock and a dry climate ripen the grapes to deep colour and concentration. After fermentation is stopped by the addition of grape spirit at 19.5% alcohol, retaining natural sweetness, the wine is aged only briefly in large wood. As with all Ruby styles, the short, low-oxygen maturation preserves the bright colour and primary fruit rather than allowing the slow oxidation that turns a Tawny amber. The colour is a bright, youthful ruby. The nose is intense and fresh, with aromatic cherry and red berry fruit lifted by a hint of spice. The palate is balanced and fruity, round and approachable, with good length and a warming, gently sweet finish. Serve at 14 to 16C in a small glass. It is a versatile after-dinner port, good with chocolate desserts, berry puddings and a board of cheeses.






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