In the Douro Valley, where the river cuts through terraced vineyards, the house of Dalva has distilled its wines into brandy for more than a hundred years. Dalva Brandy VSOP carries that warm, southern heritage into the glass.
Expert's Description
Dalva Brandy VSOP is a Portuguese Brandy, aged in oak casks and bottled at 36%.
The house behind the bottle, C. da Silva, was founded in 1862 and forms part of the historic Port wine tradition in the Douro Valley. Alongside Port, the family has for generations also distilled Douro grapes into brandy under the Dalva name.
The brandy is made from the classic Douro grape varieties Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca and Tinto Cão, and has gained a round, harmonious character from oak ageing, with soft notes of dried fruit and vanilla.
Tasting Notes
Nose
The nose offers dried fruit and vanilla with a touch of warm spice.
Palate
The palate is round and full-bodied with ripe raisins and a touch of oak that gives good structure.
Finish
The finish is warm and elegant, closing softly with a hint of spice.
Specifications
Name: Dalva Brandy VSOP
Distillery: C. da Silva (Dalva)
Country: Portugal
Type: Portuguese Brandy
ABV: 36%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Oak casks
Serving suggestion: Enjoy as an after-dinner drink, in cocktails, or as a quiet pleasure on its own.
Flavour Profile
Dried fruit · Vanilla · Raisin · Spice
Did You Know?
Did you know that Dalva Brandy is made from the same grape varieties used to produce Port wine in the Douro Valley? That is one of the reasons the brandy has such a full, fruity character.
