
29 Grapes Reserve Port - Quinta do PortalThe 29 Grapes Reserve Port of Quinta do Portal from Portugal is made from 29 different grape varieties. This gives it a wonderful depth of color, a scent of red fruits and at the same time is very smooth on the palate. The bouquet reveals lots of ripe cherry, cassis and elderberry jelly, complemented by spicy nuances. An excellent and complex finish, as the 29 Grapes Reserve Port has, is truly only possible with excellently vinified ports. Vinification of the 29 Grapes Reserve Port This Port is classically racked in Lagares and vinified at temperature controlled 28-30ºC in stainless steel and oak vats. After fermentation, it ages for 4 years in large used barrels before being bottled. Food pairing for the 29 Grapes Reserve Porto from Quinta do Portal We recommend this Reserve Port with meat and game dishes such as venison fillets with crispy sweet potato fries and green beans, or lamb chops with rosemary potatoes. This Port is also particularly suitable with blue or white cheese after the main course.