Quinta do Crasto Douro Superior White '14

From schistous vineyards overlooking the Douro River, this mature white blend presents a deep gold robe with amber reflections. The profoundly complex nose weaves together aromas of preserved lemon, lanolin, and toasted almond with emerging notes of petrol and honeycomb. The palate delivers remarkable depth - flavors of quince paste, marzipan, and crushed flint unfold with vibrant acidity (6.4 g/L TA) that earned 94 points for its evolution. A field blend of indigenous varieties aged 12 months in French oak (30% new), this 13.5% alcohol wine is at its peak now - sublime with bacalhau à brás or aged Serra da Estrela cheese. The 2014 vintage produced Douro whites of legendary longevity, with this cuvée demonstrating how gracefully these wines can develop over a decade.