Dalva Golden White Colheita 1989 (2018)

Dalva Golden White Colheita 1989

Dalva Golden White Colheita 1989, bottled in 2018, represents an older white port of exceptional quality from a special harvest, recognized as the best of its decade. This port wine is a limited and exclusive edition, carefully aged in wooden casks until it was bottled.

This distinguished product is created using traditional white grape varieties from the demarcated Douro region, including Malvasia Fina, Viosinho, Donzelinho and Gouveio. The port wine is developed in accordance with the classic method of port wine production, which involves interrupting the fermentation by adding brandy.

With its intense golden colour, this port wine has a particularly fine and delicate bouquet, where dried fruits and spices unfold. When tasted, it presents itself as round and full-bodied with a sweetness that remains on the palate in a very long and complex aftertaste. This embracing sweetness harmonizes beautifully with the wine's natural acidity. Dalva's

Golden White Colheita 1989 is a versatile wine that can accompany a number of culinary experiences. It is ideal as a companion to a foie gras terrine and harmonizes. Equally excellent with the finest monastery candies, dark chocolate or can be enjoyed on its own as a classy end to a meal. This is a port that creates an unforgettable taste experience and is an expression of exceptional quality and craftsmanship.

Harvest year: 1989
Year of bottling: 2018

About the Portvinshuset

Port Vinshuset Dalva is a venerable institution with a long and rich history in the production of port wine. Founded in 1862, Dalva has established itself as one of the most respected port wine houses in the Douro region of Portugal. Their commitment to producing quality wine and their focus on refining their port wines has made them a significant player in the industry.

The story of Dalva took a decisive turn in the 1920s, when it was acquired by the Brazilian C. Da. Silva, who married into the house's ownership through his wife's family. With Da Silva at the helm, Dalva began to explore international markets and export their port wines to destinations such as Brazil, North America, Asia and Europe. This expansion put Dalva on the world map and gave them a global presence.

At the beginning of the 1970s, Dalva underwent a decisive change in their production methods. Previously, they had primarily bought unaged wine from other producers, which they stored and bottled. But over the next decade, Dalva started investing in growing their own grapes. And build a modern winery on their property, known as the Quinta. This decision aimed to significantly raise the quality standard and it bore fruit. In 1978, Dalva produced their first "homegrown" vintage port, and this was the beginning of their expertise in this wine category.

Dalva particularly specializes in the production of tawnies and white ports known for their subtle flavor complexity and depth. Their ports have won acclaim from critics and wine lovers alike and are considered some of the most prestigious in the Douro region.

All in all, Dalva is a port wine house with a proud history. that combines tradition with innovation to create port wines of exceptional quality and character. Their focus on quality and dedication to maintaining a high standard has cemented their position as a leading name in the port world.