At a glance

Producer

Quinta de Sant'Ana

Region

Lisboa, Portugal

Grape variety

Pinot Noir

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Fruity

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

€35-€50 (secondary market; scarce availability as of 2024)

Tasting profile

Earthy red cherry, dried rose petal, forest floor, faded spice; tertiary notes strong. Fruit subdued.

Evolution: Bright fruit and lively acidity in youth; earthy, game, and sous-bois with age; 2011 now tertiary dominant.

At peak: Peak was reached 2017-2020; now in graceful decline; very elegant in optimal storage.

Structure

Acidity

Medium-high, providing backbone; beginning to soften

Tannins

Very fine, resolved

Alcohol

Medium (approx. 13%)

Aging potential

Designed for early to mid-term aging (5-10 years); 2011 now delicate

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2016 to 2030

Optimal window

2014 to 2033

Current status

Mature, at or past peak; optimal window just ending

Current condition

Fully mature, developed tertiary notes; may be fading

Portuguese Pinot Noir typically peaks earlier than Burgundy; Quinta de Sant'Ana’s 2011 is delicate/pale now but can show faded elegance. 2011 vintage had good ripeness but these wines are not built for 15+ years, especially with lighter structure. Preserved bottles may surprise, but most should be enjoyed soon.

Food pairing

Poultry (duck, quail), mushroom risotto, roast pork, mild cow’s cheese, lentil stew.

Serving

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Integrated pest management, manual harvest, substantial biodiversity, solar-powered estate buildings, rainwater capture for irrigation, recycled light glass for some bottlings.

Quinta de Sant'Ana demonstrates meaningful sustainability—progressive agriculture, renewable energy, and water use optimization. Not certified organic, but avoids chemical overuse. Small-volume, high-quality production has moderate carbon impact (especially regionally); export air/long sea shipping raises total footprint. Efforts in local economy, biodiversity, and reduced energy elevate score, but absence of formal organic/biodynamic status or lightweight bottle in 2011 limits maximal rating.