Quinta Noval

Wine & Spirits 91 "Christian Seely recently introduced this wine in New York as a rethinking of the super-premium, multivintage Porto style. Black replaces LB, Noval?s former entry in this range, and uses top-quality fruit to create a soft, accommodating texture. The aromas are purple-black while

" Noval's dry table wines are from specially selected parcels of new and mature vines around the spectacular estate, and blended from four classic port varities: Touriga Nacional, Tintao Cão, Touriga Franca and Tinta Roriz. True to its long history of continuous innovation, Noval has also been among

Wine Advocate 92 "The 2009 CEDRO DO NOVAL is 50% Touriga Nacional, 30% Touriga Franca, 10% Syrah (just a dollop this year) and 10% Tinta Roriz. It is “Duriense” instead of Douro because of the Syrah. In Noval’s lineup, this is quickly becoming the one to grab, because the quality is high and the

Wine Advocate 90 "This has a tons and tons of charm. If it will never be the biggest “wow” wine or the most obvious, it will be something irresistible that matches perfectly with food. Just as a cherry on top – it is well priced, too, and indeed, it may have become the best deal in the Noval

Wine Spectator 92"Very pure-tasting, with elegant cherry, plum and smoked meat flavors. Raspberry, olive and savory herb fill the chiseled finish. Shows real pedigree, with fine tannins and plenty of power. Needs time. Best from 2011 through 2016. 500 cases imported. "