Ramos Pinto Quinta de Ervamoira 10 Years
- 0.75L | 20.0%
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Ramos Pinto Quinta de Ervamoira 10 Years
Taste & Aging
Complexity
Complex & deepDrinking Window
Aromas
Food Pairing
Ramos Pinto Quinta de Ervamoira 10 Years Tawny Port, Portugal
Ramos Pinto Quinta de Ervamoira 10 Years beautifully demonstrates why aged tawny port is so appealing: this wine combines rounded aging notes with still recognizable fruit and remarkable balance. The blend has an average age of 10 years and is closely linked to Quinta de Ervamoira, a provenance known within Ramos Pinto for concentration, structure, and precision. This results in a tawny with depth, suppleness, and a very refined, classic profile.
Vineyards and region
The origin of this tawny lies in one of the most distinctive parts of the Douro.
- Location / Origin: Quinta de Ervamoira is located in the Douro Superior, on the left bank of the Douro where the Côa river flows into it. This is a warm and dry part of the Douro where grapes can build up significant ripeness and concentration.
- Altitude: The estate covers 223 ha and extends from 110 to 340 m in altitude. This spread gives Ramos Pinto a lot of room to incorporate different plots and ripening levels into the blend.
- Soil: The vineyards are planted on schist, the classic subsoil of great Douro wines. This soil retains heat and contributes to the structure and intensity of the fruit.
- Climate & influences: Douro Superior experiences very hot, dry summers and cold winters, with little rainfall throughout the year. This results in small, concentrated grapes with a lot of flavor.
- Vineyard: At Quinta de Ervamoira, the vines are planted vertically instead of on the usual horizontal terraces. This wider spacing between the vines yields less fruit per plant and more concentration in the final fruit.
Vinification and aging
The structure of this tawny is entirely about the art of blending and aging.
- Vinification: This tawny is composed of high-quality wines from Quinta de Ervamoira, blending different vintages. The younger components keep the wine firm and fresh, while the older parts add extra layers and that typical aged tawny complexity.
- Aging / Oak aging: It is precisely this longer aging that provides more rounding, a softer texture, and more depth in aroma and flavor. This creates a beautiful balance between fruit, oak influence, and the warm style characteristic of tawny.
- Alcohol percentage: At 19.5% alcohol, this port has the warmth and strength befitting a serious 10-year-old tawny, while remaining beautifully balanced.
Grape composition
The blend is made up of classic Douro varietals that work exceptionally well in aged tawny port.
- Touriga Nacional – Douro: Touriga Nacional gives the blend extra depth and aromatic intensity.
- Touriga Francesa – Douro: Touriga Francesa brings suppleness and helps the wine flow elegantly across the palate.
- Tinto Cão – Douro: Tinto Cão supports the structure and contributes to the fresh linearity in the blend.
- Tinta Barroca – Douro: Tinta Barroca adds extra roundness and ripe fruit to the whole.
Tasting notes and serving suggestions
Orange-red in the glass, with a slight greenish hue that beautifully matches its aged style. On the nose, it opens round and generous, with aromas of orange, apricot, plum, vanilla, and old port barrels. On the palate, the fruit is still clearly present, supported by good structure and a beautiful balance between fruit, alcohol, and a fresh finish.
- Serving temperature: 14–18 °C works best here, as this range beautifully brings out both the aromatic depth and the balance between fruit, warmth, and aging.
- Dishes: Game dishes, cheese soufflé, Serra and other creamy, fattier cheeses, plus chocolate desserts pair particularly well with this.
Accolades
- 93/100, Wine & Spirits (2011): An impressive score that strongly confirms the quality of this tawny.
- 92/100, Decanter (2018): Awarded by Richard Mayson, a strong international evaluation for an aged tawny with clear class.
- 92/100, Wine & Spirits (2015, 2016): A high and consistent rating that beautifully underscores the quality of this wine.
- 92/100, Wine Spectator (2012): Reviewed by Kim Marcus, a convincing score for a port with beautiful balance and depth.
- 91/100, Wine Spectator (2010, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018): Reviewed by Kim Marcus and James Molesworth, demonstrating that this tawny is consistently highly regarded over multiple years.
- 4.1 stars, Vivino: An excellent rating that shows this tawny is also widely appreciated by enthusiasts.
More information about Ramos Pinto
Ramos Pinto was founded in 1880 and grew to become one of the great names in Oporto and the Douro. The house is known for its strong focus on its own vineyards, research, and a clear link between terroir and style, of which Quinta de Ervamoira is a perfect example. It is precisely this combination of tradition, precision, and origin that makes this 10 Years Tawny so convincing.
Product details
| Availability | Only 2 in stock! |
|---|---|
| Alcohol content | 20.0% |
| Vintage | 10 |
| Size | 0.75L |
| Region | Douro |
| Land | Portugal |
| Producer | Ramos Pinto |
| Varietal(s) | Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Francesa, Baroque tint |
| Oak aging | Yes, Average 10 years maturation in old wooden casks. |
| Ideal serving temperature ? | 12° - 16°C |
| Storage at perfecte wijn | Air conditioned at 18°c |
