Quinta da Roêda is a sweeping terraced vineyard on the north bank of the Douro River, just upstream from Pinhão, and is long regarded as one of the finest estates in the Douro Valley. Acquired by Croft in 1889, the property was extensively renovated with replanting throughout the first half of the 20th century. Since Croft’s incorporation into The Fladgate Partnership, the estate has benefited from further major investment, including the construction of traditional lagares to allow foot treading—a method still considered unsurpassed for extracting the richest flavours in Vintage Ports. Quinta da Roêda lies at the heart of Croft’s distinctive style, producing Ports that are scented, exotic, and crammed with luscious, opulent fruit. In years when a Vintage Port is not declared, Croft may select the best wines from Quinta da Roêda and release them as a Single Quinta, showcasing the purity and unique character of this terroir.

Meet the Producer

Croft has been producing Ports for generations in the Douro Valley, combining traditional methods with careful vineyard management to craft wines of remarkable richness, balance, and ageing potential.

Production

Grapes are harvested from the estate’s terraced vineyards, with fermentation carried out using traditional methods, including foot treading in lagares. The wine is aged in cask to develop structure and complexity before bottling as a Single Quinta Vintage Port.

Tasting Notes

Deep ruby-black with a narrow purple-red rim, Quinta da Roêda 2005 reveals a complex bouquet of black fruits, jammy strawberry, and cherry aromas. On the palate, it is well balanced with volume and firm tannins, showing attractive fruit flavours that are slightly closed but promise excellent development with further ageing.

Food & Serving

Single Quinta Ports should be decanted before serving, particularly as they are typically aged for over a decade and will throw sediment. Serve alongside walnuts, rich cheeses such as Stilton, and dried fruits, or enjoy on their own to appreciate the wine’s depth and character.

Grape

Touriga Nacional, Touriga Francesa, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, Tinta Cão, Tinta Amarela

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