At a glance

Producer

Quinta do Crasto

Region

Douro, Portugal

Grape variety

Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$80-$120 per bottle

Tasting profile

Dense dark fruit (blackberry, cassis), floral notes, spicy undertones, iron and mineral nuances

Evolution: Tannins will soften, tertiary notes of leather, tobacco, and earth will develop over next decade

At peak: Complex layers of dark fruit, fine-grained tannins, integrated oak, and a long persistent finish

Structure

Acidity

Medium-high acidity, provides freshness and aging backbone

Tannins

Firm, well-integrated with potential to soften over 10+ years

Alcohol

14.0-14.5%

Aging potential

20+ years from vintage in optimal conditions

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2054

Optimal window

2025 to 2057

Current status

Approaching early maturity, suitable for drinking with cellaring potential

Current condition

Currently showing strong structured fruit with firm tannins and vibrant acidity.

The 2017 vintage in Douro was strong with concentrated fruit and balanced acidity, allowing long-term aging. The quality of vineyard sourcing (Vinha Maria Teresa) with low yields and meticulous winemaking contributes to the extended drinking window.

Food pairing

Pairs excellently with rich meats like roasted lamb, game (venison), beef stew, aged hard cheeses, and dishes featuring earthy mushrooms.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To soften tannins and allow complex aromas to emerge

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Use of integrated pest management, water conservation techniques, partial solar energy use at the estate, and eco-friendly packaging

Quinta do Crasto practices sustainable viticulture focusing on soil health and biodiversity. Water usage is carefully monitored with drip irrigation. Packaging uses lightweight bottles to reduce emissions. While transportation to global markets increases carbon footprint, the estate is actively working on offset initiatives.