The Quintela Tawny Port Wine and its Carlos Alonso Winery are representative of the Douro designation of origin in Portugal. This wine has a long history and a well-established reputation in the world of fortified wines. The Quintela Tawny is distinguished by its elegant character, notes of dried fruits, and smoothness on the palate.

The Carlos Alonso Winery, located in the Douro region, is recognized for its dedication to the production of quality wines. Founded several decades ago, it has maintained its commitment to winemaking traditions and has adapted to technological advances to improve its production processes.

The Quintela Tawny Port Wine is produced with native grape varieties that are cultivated in the Douro River Valley. The region has a Mediterranean climate with Atlantic influence and predominantly schist soils. The most commonly used grapes in the production of this wine are Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, and Tinta Barroca.

The production of Quintela Tawny Port Wine begins with the manual harvest of the grapes, carried out at the optimal moment of maturity. Once harvested, the grapes are destemmed and gently pressed to extract the must. The fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature, to preserve the primary aromas and flavors of the grapes.

Once fermentation is complete, wine spirits are added to stop the process and preserve the natural sugars of the grapes. The wine is then transferred to oak barrels where it begins its aging process. During this period, the wine acquires its distinctive characteristics, developing more complex flavors and obtaining its characteristic tawny color.

The aging of Quintela Tawny Port Wine is carried out using the traditional system of soleras and criaderas. This method involves blending wines from different vintages and levels of aging, which provides greater complexity and balance to the final product. During the aging process, the wine is exposed to air, which promotes oxidation and the development of the characteristic flavors of the tawny style.

If you have any doubts when buying Quintela Tawny Port Wine, please contact the sommelier of our online store who will advise you without obligation.