Churchill's 2020 Vintage Port Quinta da Gricha shows a deep purple colour with an opaque core, typical of a young vintage port. The nose offers seductive aromas of blackcurrants, plums, cassis and violets, complemented by hints of dark chocolate, cedarwood and subtle spicy notes. The flavour profile is intense and powerful, with a layered structure and excellent balance between sweetness, fresh acidity and firm tannins. Flavours of ripe blackberries, black cherries and spices flow seamlessly into notes of dark cocoa, mocha and a touch of pepper. The finish is long and complex, with lovely freshness and a mineral touch that reflects the origin of Quinta da Gricha's unique terroir.
Stilton or other blue cheeses, dark chocolate desserts, nut tart, cigars.
Churchill's, founded in 1981 by Johnny Graham, is known for its elegant and characterful Ports. Quinta da Gricha, on the southern banks of the Douro, is an exceptional single quinta with a unique combination of old vines, schist soils and a cool microclimate, which produces concentrated and complex wines. The 2020 vintage was marked by low yields and high concentration, giving this port exceptional ageing potential. Churchill's is known for a drier house style and a longer fermentation, resulting in a refined and structured port of impressive depth and elegance. This single quinta vintage port is a wine for laying down par excellence, and will continue to develop over the coming decades.