2011 Dalva: Vintage & 2x Late Bottled Vintage - Douro - 3 Butelki (0,75l)

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2011 C. da Silva, Dalva Vintage Port 1 x 0.75L
2011 C. DA SILVA Dalva Late Bottled Vintage Unfiltered 2 x 0.75L
3 Bottles
Port Wine

DESCRIPTION
In 1933, having just arrived from Brazil, Clemente da Silva realized his lifelong dream, creating an excellent wine house that would lead him to the globalization of his business: C. da Silva – resulting from the abbreviation of his name. A year later he registered the brand Dalva, which results from the contraction “da Silva”. With a simple and very Portuguese sound, success was easy to achieve in different markets.
Looking for an activity in which to invest the capital from his business in Brazil, the young entrepreneur takes advantage of the close collaboration with the company Corrêa Ribeiro e Filhos, founded in 1862, and owned by his wife's family, to build up his initial stocks and give the first steps in the business, with Vintage Ports from 1896, 1912 or 1920 being famous.
Combining centuries-old knowledge and techniques with new technologies and innovation, Dalva's portfolio is unique and distinct, presenting an unparalleled offer of Colheita Port Wines, which include unique and limited editions, the classic Vintage Port Wines, and a range exclusive range of White Port Wines, culminating in the aged and dated Golden White and Dry White collection.

WINEMAKER: José Manuel Sousa Soares.

-> 2011 C. da Silva, Dalva Vintage Port 1 x 0.75L
AWARDS/RECOMMENDATIONS
95 Points, Wine Enthusiast
94 Points, Revista Adega
17 Points, Jancis Robinson
17 Points, Revista de Vinhos

WINE VARIETIES: Traditional red grape varieties from the Douro Demarcated Region, such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca & Sousão.

VINIFICATION
Produced only in the best years, from the best wineries, Vintages are the quintessence of Port Wine, with great aging potential.

TASTING NOTES
Tannic and concentrated, this is a powerful wine from its first moment. Ripe perfumes confirm the wine's richness, while acidity and density show strongly. Power and concentration match big berry fruit and finishing acidity.

SERVING
Can be enjoyed alone, alongside chocolate-based desserts or intense cheeses. Place in an upright position 24 hours before serving to avoid deposits. Serve at a temperature between 16ºC and 18ºC. Consume in moderation.

-> 2011 C. DA SILVA Dalva Late Bottled Vintage Unfiltered 2 x 0.75L
AWARDS/RECOMMENDATIONS
93 Points, International Wine Challenge

WINE VARIETIES: Traditional red grape varieties from the Douro Demarcated Region, such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca & Sousão.

VINIFICATION
These wines are produced from a careful selection of grapes with great tannin concentration and color. To extract these components of the grapes, they are subject to intense macerations in the first 48 hours, fermentation subsequently occurs temperature controlled, interrupted finally by adding original brandy wine. Coming from a single year, this Late Bottled Vintage, unfiltered, was bottled in 2016.

TASTING NOTES
Deep ruby color. On the nose, expressive aromas of ripe fruit appear, with sour cherries and cherries in greater evidence. The fruity profile reappears on the palate, revealing itself to be still very young and full of potential. Impressive acidity combined with strong tannins.

SERVING
Perfect to drink alone or to accompany strong cheeses or desserts based on wild fruits and dark chocolate. Serve at a temperature between 16ºC and 18ºC. Consume in moderation.