Quinta do Noval Vinhas da Marka 2020

Terroir Series is a new wine range launched by Quinta do Noval giving the opportunity to discover specific terroirs identified as exceptional.

VINHAS DA MARKA
Some years ago, Quinta do Noval concluded an agreement with the Agrellos family for the long term lease of the vineyard of Quinta da Marka, which we had identified as having terroir of exceptional potential for making quality wines. This potential was revealed by the 2019 vintage, marking the 1st vintage of Quinta do Noval Vinhas da Marka. It comes from a 1.45 hectare parcel of old vines at the heart of Marka. These old vines from 1930 are a field blend of over 30 different traditional varieties. Quinta do Noval Vinhas da Marka is a fine, profound and powerful red wine, with complex aromatics that develop in the glass, but above all harmonious, fresh, balanced and elegant.
 
Characteristics of the vintage 2020
2020 was marked by two distinct periods. First during winter and up to the end of May, the high rainfall replenished the soil's water reserves. However, the humidity led to some downy mildew attacks that we successfully controlled. Then from June onwards, very hot and dry conditions resulted in low volumes of wines that show great quality and character.