Dalva 2005 Colheita Magnum Portugal Port Wine 150 cl 20%

Most Colheita Ports are bottled in standard 75 cl bottles - this one was given a Magnum, a format almost as rare in this category as the vintage itself.

Expert's Description

Dalva 2005 Colheita Magnum is a Portuguese Colheita Port from the single vintage 2005, bottled in a 150 cl Magnum at 20%.

A Colheita comes from one specific harvest year and must age at least seven years in oak before it may be sold under the designation - this one has rested well beyond that minimum, and the double bottle size makes it a rare combination of vintage and format.

The Magnum format is used only exceptionally for Colheita, as the vast majority of vintages are bottled only in standard bottles - the larger bottle also means a slower development after opening, since the volume of air relative to the wine's surface is smaller.

Dalva is the Port brand of the house C. da Silva, founded in Vila Nova de Gaia in 1933 by Clemente da Silva, who a year later registered the name Dalva. The house has a particular reputation for its wide range of single-vintage Colheita Ports.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Wild honey, orange, caramel and cinnamon in a complex, aromatic bouquet.

Palate

Lively and concentrated, with a fresh elegance carried by candied citrus and warm spice.

Finish

Silky, long and sweet finish with a hint of spice.

Specifications

Name: Dalva 2005 Colheita Magnum
Winery: Dalva
Region-Country: Douro, Portugal
Type: Colheita Port, Magnum
Grape varieties: Traditional Douro field blend (incl. Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz)
ABV: 20%
Size: 150 CL (Magnum)
Ageing: Oak cask, several decades (single vintage 2005)
Vintage: 2005
Serving suggestion: Serve at 14-16°C in a Port glass, ideally with honey cake, nuts or a creamy cheese

Flavour Profile

Complex · Candied citrus · Spiced · Silky

Investment Potential

The combination of a named vintage and the rare Magnum format makes this bottle a double collector's item - Colheita in Magnum is the exception rather than the rule, making it especially interesting for Port collectors.

Did You Know?

A Magnum bottle holds twice as much wine as a standard bottle, but has a relatively smaller surface area in proportion to its volume once the cork is pulled - meaning the wine typically develops more slowly and stays fresh longer after opening than its smaller sibling.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dalva 2005 Colheita Magnum

What is special about the Magnum format?

A Magnum bottle holds 150 cl - twice as much as a standard bottle - and the relatively smaller air contact after opening means the wine typically develops more slowly.

How rare is the combination of Colheita and Magnum?

Very rare - the vast majority of Colheita Ports are bottled only in standard bottles, so a Magnum edition is an exception.

What does Dalva 2005 Colheita Magnum taste like?

It offers wild honey, orange and caramel on the nose, with a lively, concentrated palate of candied citrus and a long, silky finish.

At what temperature should it be served?

Best around 14-16°C in a Port glass.

What pairs well with Dalva 2005 Colheita Magnum?

Honey cake, nuts or a creamy cheese complement the wine's candied, spiced character.

Is it suitable for a larger gathering?

Yes, the Magnum format makes it a natural centrepiece at celebrations or anniversaries where several guests will share a bottle.

What defines Dalva as a Port house?

Dalva, founded in Vila Nova de Gaia in 1933, has a particular reputation for its wide range of single-vintage Colheita Ports.