Quinta Do Infantado Tawny Portvin Portugal 19,5%

A family estate that has trodden its own grapes since 1979 - this tawny carries that history forward in every glass touched with golden edges.

Expert's Description

Quinta Do Infantado Tawny is a tawny Port from the Douro Valley in Portugal with an alcohol content of 19.5%.

The wine is a blend of two to three vintages matured in cask in the estate's own cellars, giving it a characteristic red colour with golden edges and a profile that is more restrained in sweetness than many other tawnies on the market.

Quinta do Infantado was founded in 1816 in the Cima Corgo section of the Douro Valley and has been owned by the Roseira family since the late 1800s. In 1979 the estate became the first in the Douro Valley to bottle its own Port on the property instead of sending it to Vila Nova de Gaia, breaking with the trading monopoly of the time in a move that has defined the estate's identity ever since. Today third-generation João Roseira runs the 46 hectares of vineyards, 12 of which are farmed organically.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose offers ripe fruit, figs and nuts alongside caramelised notes, hazelnut, raisin and a hint of spice.

Palate

The palate is soft, showing both freshness and clear signs of maturity, with roasted hazelnuts and sultanas leading into a mild sweetness.

Finish

The finish is long and well-balanced, sweet without becoming heavy.

Specifications

Name: Quinta Do Infantado Tawny
Winery: Quinta do Infantado
Region/Country: Douro, Portugal
Type: Tawny Port
ABV: 19.5%
Ageing: Oak casks (blend of 2-3 vintages)
EAN no.: 5601835163301
Serving suggestion: Serve at 16-18°C, ideally with nut cake or mature cheese

Flavour Profile

Hazelnut · Raisin · Caramel · Spice

Did You Know?

Quinta do Infantado was the first estate in the entire Douro Valley to bottle its own Port on site instead of sending the casks to the large trading houses in Vila Nova de Gaia - a decision that in 1979 broke a trading pattern that had stood almost unchanged since the 1700s.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Quinta Do Infantado Tawny

What does Quinta Do Infantado Tawny taste like?

It offers ripe fruit, roasted hazelnuts and raisin with a mild, well-balanced sweetness and a soft texture.

Is this tawny very sweet?

It is more restrained in sweetness than many other tawnies, giving a slightly lighter and more balanced impression on the palate.

How should it be served?

At 16-18°C, ideally to round off a meal or alongside a nut-based dessert.

What makes Quinta do Infantado special as an estate?

It was the first estate in the Douro Valley to bottle its own Port on site in 1979, breaking with the trading tradition of the time.

Are the grapes farmed organically?

Part of the estate's 46 hectares, around 12 hectares, is farmed organically, while the rest follows traditional methods.

Can the bottle be stored unopened for a long time?

Yes, as a tawny it has already matured in cask before bottling and can be stored upright in a cool, dark place for a long time.

Does it make a good gift?

Yes, its approachable style and the estate's reputation make it a solid gift choice.