Quinta da Carolina "Xisto Amarelo" 2019 USA honey and Cognac

honey and Cognac

Nicole Deriaux

Aged in heavily charred white oak barrels

Aged for 3-4 months in small 10 gallon barrels with a medium char

Caramel candied aromas

Quinta da Carolina "Xisto Amarelo" 2019 USA honey and CognacA really supreme example of a Duoro red wine! Made from 100% Touriga Franca grapes it spends 18 months in large, traditional oak foudres allowing it to develop slowly over time. A beautiful violet color in the glass the nose is dark fruit, verdant with flowers and a subtle pepperiness. On the palate there is chocolate, fruits of the forest, cherries and figs, with green pepper and cinnamon that are almost Cabernet Franc like. It is elegant, supple,