Dalva Colheita White 2011

Dalva Colheita White 2011 is a unique white port wine from the renowned Portuguese wine house Dalva. Here is a detailed description of this port wine:

Type and Year

• Category : White port, Colheita
• Year : 2011
  Colheita refers to a port wine from a single vintage that has matured in cask for at least seven years before bottling. Dalva Colheita White 2011 therefore has over 10 years of aging, giving it remarkable complexity and depth.

Color

• It has a brilliant golden or amber color, which is testament to its age and oxidative barrel aging.

Fragrance

• A refined and complex fragrance profile with notes of dried fruit such as apricot, orange peel and raisins.
• Subtle undertones of nuts such as walnut and almond, with a touch of vanilla and caramel from the barrel aging.

Taste

• It is silky smooth and full-bodied with a harmonious balance between sweetness and acidity.
• The taste of dried fruit is prominent, accompanied by roasted nuts, honey, and a hint of spices like cinnamon.
• The aftertaste is persistent and complex.

Serving

• Best served slightly chilled, at a temperature of around 10-14 °C.
• Perfect as an aperitif or with desserts such as creme brûlée, nut tarts or fruit desserts. It can also be enjoyed alone as a luxurious end to a meal.

Storage

• After opening, it can remain fresh for several weeks if stored properly (cool and dark).

Dalva Colheita White 2011 is an excellent representative of white Colheita Port and an ideal choice for both experienced port enthusiasts and those looking to explore a lesser-known style of port.