2002 was the year where almost all producers, had to drop their finest reserves or similar, for lack of good raw material and because of fear of being misunderstood by the public and critics.

But things are not always what they seem, and sometimes the reality is responsible for overcoming the drama. It the end of the harvest of the fifth Carvalhais had reason to smile.

After all Manuel Vieira and Sogrape had no hesitation assuming that 2002 was the year for their Reserve of Quinta dos Carvalhais Reserva 2002, it is certainly one of those remarkable wines.

Ruby red colour and intense brightness is part of the small group of wines that need to shout to be heard. Discreet, Elegant, harmonious and balanced truly a classic profile of a wine with all the traditional charms of timeless wines.