{"product_id":"quinta-agua-alta-colheita-2010","title":"Quinta Agua Alta Colheita 2010","description":"\u003cp\u003eQuinta Água Alta Colheita 2010 is a single-vintage Tawny Port from the steep, sun-drenched slopes of the Douro Valley. Crafted from classic indigenous grapes, this Colheita showcases both the richness of aged Port and the elegance that comes from meticulous small-estate winemaking. Drawn from a single harvest and matured in wood, it offers a refined, time-layered expression of Douro terroir in one beautifully harmonised bottle.\n\nThe unique appeal of this wine lies in its combination of traditional foot-trodden fruit and long cask aging, resulting in a Port that balances opulence with precision. Tinta Cão, Tinta Franca, Tinta Roriz and Touriga Nacional contribute structure, aromatic complexity and depth, while the extended maturation polishes the tannins and builds a velvety texture. Quinta da Água Alta’s history dates back at least to 1838, and for generations its grapes quietly powered famous Port houses; today, under its own label, the estate finally reveals the full character of its vineyards and heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Quinta Água Alta Colheita 2010 presents a luminous amber-tawny hue with copper and mahogany reflections, evidence of its years resting in seasoned barrels. The rim shows hints of golden brick, suggesting a wine that has evolved beautifully but still retains vitality.\n\nThe nose is layered and inviting, opening with dried figs, dates and sultanas, followed by orange peel, toasted almonds, and a touch of caramelised sugar. Subtle notes of hazelnut, vanilla, and baking spices—cinnamon and clove—emerge with aeration, along with a delicate hint of cigar box and polished wood typical of well-aged Colheita Port.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is silky and medium to full-bodied, with a fine balance between sweetness and freshness. Flavours of dried stone fruits, candied citrus, and toffee mingle with roasted nuts, brittle, and a faint note of espresso and dark chocolate. The acidity is bright and supportive, preventing the richness from ever feeling heavy, and the spirit is beautifully integrated, lending warmth without sharpness. The finish is long, nutty and gently spiced, lingering with notes of caramelised orange and almond praline.\n\nAs a Colheita from 2010, this Port is drinking wonderfully now, with its elements well knit and expressive. Properly stored, it has the potential to continue evolving gracefully in bottle over the next decade or more, gaining even greater complexity in its nutty and tertiary nuances, though it is crafted to be enjoyed at full pleasure on release.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQuinta da Água Alta sits high on the dramatic, terraced slopes of the Douro, where poor schist soils, steep gradients and excellent sun exposure produce low yields of intensely flavoured grapes. The altitude tempers the heat of the valley floor, preserving acidity and aromatic lift in the fruit. Vineyards are traditionally worked, often by hand due to the steepness and narrow access tracks that are unsuitable for large machinery, a fact hinted at in the estate’s very name. Harvest is typically done manually, with careful selection of bunches in the vineyard to ensure only perfectly ripe fruit from varieties such as Tinta Cão, Tinta Franca, Tinta Roriz and Touriga Nacional makes it to the lagares. In classic Douro fashion, the grapes are often foot-trodden in shallow granite tanks to maximise gentle extraction of colour, flavour and tannin before the fermentation is arrested with high-quality grape spirit. The resulting young Port is then aged in seasoned wooden casks for many years, slowly oxidising and concentrating. As a Colheita, this 2010 is a single-vintage Tawny that has matured in barrel until deemed ready for bottling, capturing both the specific character of the harvest and the subtle complexity of long cask aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQuinta Água Alta Colheita 2010 is a superb match for classic dessert pairings such as crème brûlée, almond tart, pecan pie, or caramel and nut-based pastries, where its nutty, toffee notes resonate beautifully. It also pairs wonderfully with blue cheeses like Stilton or Roquefort, aged hard cheeses, or simply a bowl of toasted nuts and dried fruits. For a more indulgent match, serve it alongside dark chocolate desserts with orange or coffee accents. This Colheita Port is best served slightly chilled, around 12–14°C (54–57°F), to highlight its aromatic complexity and freshness. Decanting is not strictly necessary for a Colheita, but opening the bottle 30 minutes in advance or gently decanting can help it open up aromatically and, if present, separate any light sediment from long cask aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQuinta da Água Alta is an historic Douro estate whose roots can be traced back at least to 1838, perched high on steep slopes where vineyards have long been carved into terraces overlooking the river. For five generations, the Borges family cultivated these challenging but privileged parcels, supplying grapes to some of the region’s major Port houses. In more recent years, the family made the pivotal decision to bottle under their own name, allowing the individuality of their terroir and their personal style to shine. Today, the estate is led by the young sibling duo Maria and Louisa Borges: Maria oversees administration and marketing, while Louisa, trained at some of the great Port houses, is the winemaker shaping the Quinta’s signature. Since taking the reins, Louisa has garnered awards and critical recognition for her Ports and Douro wines, firmly establishing Quinta da Água Alta as a rising star and an authentic voice in the Upper Douro’s next generation of quality-focused producers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quinta Da Agua Alta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54256408330577,"sku":"PORT73","price":44.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/Portvin-portugal-douro-quinta-agua-alta-single-harvest-tawny-2010-75cl-195-vinogvelsmag.png?v=1783463679","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/quinta-agua-alta-colheita-2010","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}