Quinta da Pacheca Porto Colheita 2001 75cl
Description
Pacheca Porto Colheita 2001 Tawny, a complex and balanced wine harvested after a long aging in casks.
🍇 Region: Douro, Portugal
👨🔬 Winemaker: Maria de Serpa Pimentel and João Silva e Sousa
🌱 Grapes: Field blend from vineyards approximately 50 years old.
🛠️ Winemaking: Fermentation and crushing; granite lagar (wine press) with foot treading; fortification.
⏳ Stage: Old barrels 550–600 L for ~23 years.
🧪 Analysis:
Alcohol content: 19.5%
- pH: 3.56
Total Acidity: 4.5 g/L
Residual Sugar: 128 g/L
👃 Organoleptic Test:
- Color: Brick with hints of red and yellow.
- Aroma: Figs, walnuts, toasted almonds; caramel.
- Palate: Intense, full-bodied, balanced sweetness; fresh and elegant.
🍽️ Service: Fresh, plain beer; appetizer with toasted almonds; caramel and convent-style desserts.
