Poças
Poças: A Legacy of Excellence in Port Wine
Situated in the heart of the Douro Valley, Poças is a family-owned Port wine brand renowned for its profound respect for tradition coupled with an innovative spirit. Its dedication to crafting exceptional Ports that honor the unique terroir of the region is manifested in every bottle that carries the Poças label.
Characteristics: A Distinctive Taste of the Douro
Poças produces a range of Port styles, each mirroring the diverse expressions of the Douro Valley. Their Vintage Ports, celebrated for their full-bodied structure and intricate layers of dark fruit and spice, capture the quintessence of the region's grandeur. Simultaneously, their Tawny Ports, matured in oak barrels, display an elegant array of dried fruit, caramel, and nutty flavors.
The Quinta: A Testament to Terroir
Poças owns three quintas – Quinta de Santa Barbara, Quinta de Santo António, and Quinta Vale de Cavalos. These estates are scattered across the Douro, each contributing distinct characteristics to Poças' wines. The diversity of terroir, coupled with optimal solar exposure and meticulous vineyard management, underscores the premium quality of Poças' Ports.
Technical Details
Poças employs traditional Douro grape varieties such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, and Tinta Roriz in their Ports' creation. The wine production process includes traditional foot-treading in stone lagares, fortification with grape spirit to maintain the wine's sweetness, and patient aging to develop complexity and depth.
Gastronomic Suggestions
Poças' Ports shine when paired with an array of foods. The full-bodied and flavorful Vintage Ports are delightful with strong cheeses and dark chocolate desserts, while the sophisticated Tawny Ports, with their complexity and depth, pair well with nut-based desserts, blue cheeses, and foie gras.
Vineyard Practices
Poças is deeply committed to sustainable vineyard practices. The preservation of natural biodiversity within their vineyards is prioritized, and manual vineyard management ensures a harmonious relationship between the vines and the unique terroir of the Douro Valley.
Notable Vintage Years and Producers
Standout vintages of Poças' Vintage Ports, such as the critically acclaimed 1997, 2000, and 2011, are a testament to the excellent quality of their harvests and the skilled craftsmanship of their winemakers. Each vintage is a vibrant expression of the Douro Valley's spirit, contributing to the distinguished legacy of Port wine.
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Jorge Manuel Pintão
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1937/ 1960/ 1963/ 1967/ 1970/ 1975/ 1977/ 1982/ 1985/ 1990/ 1991/ 1992/ 1994/ 1995/ 1996/ 1997/ 1999/ 2000/ 2001/ 2003/ 2004/ 2005/ 2007/ 2009/ 2011/ 2013/ 2015/ 2016/ 2017/ 2018/ 2020
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1937/ 1964/ 1966/ 1967/ 1970/ 1975/ 1976/ 1978/ 1982/ 1985/ 1986/ 1988/ 1991/ 1992/ 1994/ 1995/ 1996/ 1997/ 2000/ 2001/ 2003/ 2004/ 2005/ 2007/ 2008/ 2009/ 2010/ 2011/ 2012/ 2020
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Quinta das Quartas in Fontelas (Lower Corgo)
Quinta de Santa Bárbara in Ervedosa do Douro (Upper Corgo)
Quinta de Vale de Cavalos in Numão (Upper Douro).
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