Adega Cooperativa de Favaios

Casa Velha Douro Tinto Red Blend 2022

Herbert De Nova

9.1

Starting Douro fest! — 2 months ago

Adega Cooperative de Favaios

Reserva Casa Velha Douro Red Blend 2002

Paulo Junot Rocha

8.9

No 2.143/10.000 — 9 years ago

Favaios

Moscatel do Douro 1980

Mark Squires

Writer Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

9.3

Just when I thought I got folks to know Moscatel de Setubal ...there's Douro.. — 11 years ago

Casa Velha

Douro White Blend 2023

Freddy R. Troya

9.1

Casa Velha – Douro Branco Blend – 2023
Douro DOC – Portugal 🇵🇹

Overview
A vibrant and character-driven Douro white made from 40% Gouveio, 40% Viosinho, and 20% Moscatel Galego Branco. Sourced from the historic Favaios plateau, this blend captures the freshness, floral lift, and mineral grace that define the best Portuguese whites — all while staying completely authentic to its indigenous roots.

Aromas & Flavors
Stone fruits (white peach, apricot), citrus peel, and yellow flowers, supported by a subtle touch of spice and a whisper of honeyed aromatics from the Moscatel component. Fresh, expressive, and pleasantly layered.

Mouthfeel
Medium-plus body with a refreshing backbone of acidity. Textured, lightly creamy, and rounded, finishing with a clean, persistent, almost saline brightness. A hint of oak adds charm without overwhelming.

Food Pairings
Grilled sardines, Portuguese cod dishes (bacalhau), garlic shrimp, Mediterranean salads, or soft cheeses. Excellent with light poultry and herb-driven seafood.

Verdict
A deliciously fresh and subtly complex Douro white that punches above its category. Indigenous varieties shine beautifully here, crisp, aromatic, and genuinely exciting. Vegan-friendly and wonderfully versatile at the table. Cheers! — 6 months ago