Quinta Dos Frades Tardia Tinto

Description

This Tardia from Quinta dos Frades is a remarkably bold, almost heroic, return to Douro tradition. The grapes, lovingly trodden by foot in inox lagars, clearly carry the imprint of the land and a healthy dose of memory. That prolonged winter cold cleverly pauses fermentation, boosting fruit concentration. It presents a deep ruby hue and intensely concentrated aromas of cherry and blackberry preserve, with a curious, balsamic note adding an air of intrigue. This is a luscious, concentrated wine – think *ginja* – perfectly balancing sweetness with a vibrant acidity, finishing with a long, balsamic linger that’s a genuine test of your palate, but one well worth undertaking.