QUINTA DO NOVAL VTG NAC 1962
"This wine is a mysterious phenomenon, a magical wine produced in extremely limited quantities and only in a few years each decade. It is the expression of a terroir and confirms something that is for me a deeply held belief. The Nacional is great because of the grapes and where they come from, not because of anything particular that we do. It has a unique personality, an extraordinary intensity and, even after many years of ageing, retains an astonishing youthfulness." Christian Seely. - It is produced using several grape varieties and not just from Touriga Nacional, as it name might suggest. These varieties are some of the noblest to be found in the Douro valley: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinto Cão and Sousão. (New Image) - Quinta do Noval Nacional 1962 - Cherry red with a hint of brown. Warm, complex, spicy, fudgey nose with hints of tar and mint. The palate is dense and sweet with complex tar, herb, spice and cedar notes as well as a hint of toffee, and a long finish. Mature but beautiful. 93/100.
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