Quinta do Noval Cedro do Noval 2022 Vinho Regional Duriense Tinto

A dry red wine from Quinta do Noval, made from Syrah blended with other Portuguese red varieties from the Duriense region. It ferments in stainless steel with continuous pump-overs and ages for about 18 months in small French oak casks, 20-25% new. The wine is named after the cedar tree on the quinta's terrace. It is modern in style, not over-extracted or oaky, and intended as an approachable entry-level red. On the nose it shows blackcurrant, mulberry and rhubarb with black pepper, clove, chocolate, cedar and sandalwood. The palate is broad and rich, with soft tannins, alcoholic warmth and a touch of sweetness balanced by liquorice tannins and slight savouriness. The finish is persistent and clean, returning to dark fruit and chocolate.