Dona Matilde
Dona Matilde: A Cherished Legacy of the Douro
Rooted in the history and tradition of the Douro Valley, Dona Matilde stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of family-run wineries. Over the generations, the family has upheld their commitment to producing classic, balanced Port wines that reflect the singular characteristics of their historic estate.
Tasting Profile: A Symphony of Flavours
Dona Matilde Ports are recognized for their finely balanced character, embodying a harmonious blend of structure, fruit, and complexity. The portfolio includes Vintage, Tawny, and Ruby Ports, each presenting a unique tasting profile. Their Vintage Ports offer robust flavours, with an emphasis on dark fruit notes and subtle spice undertones. In contrast, their Tawny Ports, aged in wood, display elegant caramel and dried fruit nuances.
The Quinta: Quinta Dona Matilde
The family's vineyards, located along the sun-drenched slopes of the Douro Valley, contribute to the quintessential profile of Dona Matilde Ports. This terrain, with its schist soils and unique microclimate, creates the perfect conditions for growing the indigenous grape varieties that form the backbone of their wines.
Technical Details
Dona Matilde Ports incorporate traditional Douro grape varieties, including Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, and Tinta Barroca. The winemaking process reflects the region's traditions, with grapes often foot-trodden in lagares before fermentation, which is halted with the addition of grape spirit to preserve the natural sweetness.
Gastronomic Pairings
Dona Matilde's Ports shine in their gastronomic versatility. Their Vintage Ports beautifully complement robust cheeses and rich, dark chocolate, while their Tawny Ports, with their complex, aged profiles, pair well with nutty cheeses, patés, and creamy desserts. The fruit-forward character of the Ruby Ports makes them ideal for pairing with blue cheeses or fruit-based desserts.
Vineyard Practices
Dona Matilde is committed to sustainable viticulture practices, ensuring the preservation of their unique terroir for future generations. The challenging nature of the Douro Valley's landscape necessitates a hands-on approach to vineyard management, with manual harvesting and careful pruning practices in place.
Notable Vintage Years
Dona Matilde Vintage Ports, such as the 2011 and 2016, reflect the high quality of the harvests and the family's dedication to winemaking excellence. Through each Vintage release, Dona Matilde continues to contribute to the Douro Valley's esteemed legacy of Port wine production.
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João Pissarra
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1996 / 2007 / 2009 / 2011 / 2016 / 2017 / 2018
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the wine of this quinta is very fine, despite its cultivation seeming to be very expensive owing to the steepness of the terrain and its composition of schist rock
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1991 / 1998 / 2008 / 2010 / 2013
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Quinta Dona Matilde
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Privately owned
