Description
Vintage wine 1966 – Quinta do Noval Vintage Port 1966 from Arden Fine Wines in London.
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The name of Quinta do Noval first appeared in land registers in the year 1715.
António José da Silva, a port shipper from Porto, acquired Quinta do Noval in 1894, after its devastation by phylloxera.
He restored the property by replanting the vines.
Luiz Vasconcelos Porto, his son-in-law, was the author of a vast programme of innovations.
He transformed many of the narrow older terraces into broader terraces.
This permitted a more efficient use of the land and a better exposition to the sun.
Quinta do Noval made its name with the declaration of the 1931 Quinta do Noval Vintage Port and the 1931 Nacional Vintage Port.
- Quinta do Noval Vintage Port is characterised by its purity of fruit and a fine, delicate quality.
- However, Vintage Ports are declared only when Noval is certain that the year has produced a blend that is worthy of bearing the name of Quinta do Noval Vintage Port.
- Therefore production of Quinta do Noval Vintage Ports are always extremely small.
- In other words, up to 15% of the production of the vineyard.
Vintage wine 1966 – Quinta do Noval Vintage Port 1966
Quinta do Noval 1966 has gained a highly regarded status as a Vintage Port from a classic year; moreover, it will celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2026!
In fact, wine critics widely consider it one of the standout wines of the decade, praising its extraordinary finesse and longevity.
Additionally, it showcases a clear mahogany colour with a deep tawny or soft brick rim.
Then, it reveals a nose that features dried cherries, figs, plums, and orange peel, layered with walnut, cedar, tobacco leaf, and warm Asian spices.
Furthermore, the palate delights with a silky, harmonious, and medium-bodied profile with fully softened tannins.
Moreover, it offers flavours of mature red fruit, caramelised nuts, and dark cocoa, leading to a long, persistent finish.
Finally, you can find this vintage wine 1966 at Arden Fine Wines in London.
Decanting
You need to decant this 1966 Vintage Port, as it will have significant sediment after 60 years.
Food pairing
The Quinta do Noval Vintage Port 1966 pairs well with soft blue cheeses, almond tarts, dark chocolate, or nut-based desserts like hazelnut praline.
