Why it matters
The producer
A cellar and wine ageing warehouse designed by Portuguese architect Álvaro Siza Vieira came with Quinta do Portal when The Fladgate Partnership acquired the property in March 2024. The acquisition included the Portal, Confradeiro and Abelheira vineyards, totalling 53 hectares, along with wine stocks, Casa das Pipas boutique hotel and a restaurant.
Pascal Chatonnet had provided technical support to Quinta do Portal since 1992. At the time of the acquisition, he also oversaw winemaking for Fladgate Still & Sparkling Wines.
Place and vineyards
Where the wines begin
Quinta do Portal lies in the heart of the Douro and specializes in DOC Douro wines. The Pinhão river valley in Cima Corgo contains Fladgate's largest concentration of vineyards.
The property's altitude and relief allow mechanization for table wine production. The Douro setting therefore supports both fortified wines and still wines within the range.
Wines to know
The range in view
The range spans white fortified wine, Vintage Port and still red wine. Portal Dry White Porto is the white fortified bottle, while Quinta dos Muros Vintage Port 2018 is the vintage Port. Mural Quinta do Portal 2023 is the red wine, made from 45% Tinta Roriz, 40% Touriga Francesa and 15% Touriga Nacional.
Mural Quinta do Portal 2023 brings lively fruit and subtle spice. Its hand harvested grapes undergo fermentation at low temperatures, a method used to preserve their lively character. In the glass, the wine stays centered on fruit and spice.