Growing Conditions
Quinta do Vallado’s 65 hectares of vineyard are planted in south and west facing slopes of schist soil, with altitudes ranging between 80 and 400 meters.
Of these, 55 hectares are comprised of vineyards planted in the 1990s, mostly in single row terraces, pruned according to the double cordon system, and with one variety only in each plot.
The remaining 10 hectares are formed by very old vineyards planted between 1920 and 1950, amongst which Vinha da Granja (1929) and Vinha da Coroa (1958) stand out. These are planted in continuous rows, 1,2 meters apart and with 1,1 meters between each plant, following the natural contours of the land. They have a density of 7.200 plants/ha.
One of the main assets that Quinta do Vallado inherited from past generations are the old vineyards. These vineyards have enormous potential to produce outstanding wines.
Winemaking
A blend of different grape varieties from old vines: Tinta Amarela, Touriga Franca and Touriga Nacional, among others.
Blend of different wines averaging 20 years of age.
Winemakers: Francisco Ferreira & Francisco Olazabal
Aging
Ages in very old 600 litre oak casks and other old oak vats.
Nose
Very rich, combining dry fruits and cigar notes.
Palate
Round, unctuous and liquorish with lots of freshness.