Dalva Pure Tawny Reserve Organic Grapes Portugal Port Wine 75 cl 19%

On the steep, schist-covered slopes along the Douro River, even organic farming is a physical struggle - here the vines have no artificial help to lean on.

Expert's Description

Dalva Pure Tawny Reserve Organic is a Portuguese Tawny Reserve Port made from organically grown grapes, bottled at 19%.

The wine is a Reserve, meaning it is a carefully composed blend of several casks of differing ages, with the overall result equating to roughly seven years of oak ageing - longer than a standard Tawny, but without the named vintage year of a Colheita.

What sets this bottle apart is that the grapes are certified organically grown - a rarity in the Douro Valley, where the terraced, schist-heavy slopes make mechanisation and conventional spraying difficult, but which in turn makes organic farming a natural choice for the growers who take that path.

Dalva is the Port brand of the house C. da Silva, founded in Vila Nova de Gaia in 1933 by Clemente da Silva. With the Pure range, the house has extended its classic Tawny production to include a certified organic line as well.

Tasting Notes

Nose

A compote of forest fruits and nuts, with distinct plum and fig upfront.

Palate

Complex and fresh, with good body and a lingering character of fruit preserve that carries well into the finish.

Finish

Soft, jammy finish with a hint of nutty tones.

Specifications

Name: Dalva Pure Tawny Reserve Organic
Winery: Dalva
Region-Country: Douro, Portugal
Type: Tawny Reserve Port (organic)
Grape varieties: Organically grown Douro field blend (incl. Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca)
ABV: 19%
Size: 75 CL
Ageing: Oak cask, approx. 7 years
EAN no.: 5603003002580
Serving suggestion: Serve lightly chilled at 12-13°C in a Port glass, ideally with soft cheeses or a nutty dessert

Flavour Profile

Fruity · Nutty · Fresh · Organic

Did You Know?

The Douro Valley's schist soil and steep terraces make organic viticulture considerably harder than in most other wine regions, since neither fieldwork nor pest control can be mechanised to the same degree - making a certified organic Port a more demanding undertaking than the label first suggests.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dalva Pure Tawny Reserve Organic

What does Reserve mean for this Port?

Reserve means the Port is a carefully composed blend of several casks of differing ages, with the overall result equating to roughly seven years of ageing.

What makes this Tawny organic?

The grapes behind the wine are certified organically grown, which in the Douro Valley's steep, schist-heavy terrain is a more demanding task than in many other wine regions.

What does Dalva Pure Tawny Reserve Organic taste like?

It offers forest fruit, plum and fig on the nose, with a complex, fresh palate of fruit preserve and a soft, nutty finish.

At what temperature should it be served?

Best lightly chilled at 12-13°C in a Port glass.

What pairs well with Dalva Pure Tawny Reserve Organic?

Soft cheeses and nut-based desserts complement the wine's fruity, nutty style.

How long does an opened bottle keep?

An opened bottle typically keeps for several weeks when stored cool and well sealed.

Is it a good gift?

Yes, the organic certification makes it a fitting choice as a gift for recipients with a focus on sustainability.

What defines Dalva as a producer?

Dalva, founded in Vila Nova de Gaia in 1933, has with its Pure range extended its classic Tawny production to include a certified organic line as well.