Quinta do Crasto Vinha da Ponte 2012
Red Wine from Douro, Portugal
  
  
94 points in Robert Parker
19,5 points in Revista de Vinhos
19 points in Vinho Grandes Escolhas
Quinta do Crasto Vinha da Ponte 2012
Red Wine from Douro, Portugal
    
94 points in Robert Parker
19,5 points in Revista de Vinhos
19 points in Vinho Grandes Escolhas
The grapes, coming from the vineyard plot Vinha da Ponte, are taken to the winery in 22 kg plastic boxes. On arrival in the winery they are rigorously inspected on a sorting table. The grapes are then completely destemmed and slightly crushed. A er this, they are transferred to temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Once the alcoholic fermentation is completed, the grape are gently pressed using hydraulic presses. Ageing for about 20 months in new French oak barrels. The final wine is made from a selection of the finest barrels.
Deep purple in colour. Impressive on the nose, showing intensity and concentration, with red berry fruit aromas and hints of fresh spice. The palate is intense and elegant, combining volume, silky-textured tannins and notes of red berry fruit. The finish is long, lingering, balanced and fresh. This is a terroir wine that perfectly reflects its provenance.