Producer Overview:

Real Companhia Velha is the oldest wine company in Portugal, having celebrated 265 years of existence and uninterrupted activity.

Since its foudation on the 10th september 1756 by Royal Charter of D. José I, King of Portugal, under the auspices of his Prime Minister, Sebastião José de Carvalho e Melo, Marquis of Pombal, the importance of this chartered Company was reflected by the valuable services to the community, being the most relevant, the demarcation of the Douro region – the oldest wine appellation in the world.
Since 1960, Real Companhia Velha has been run by the Silva Reis family, who have dedicated their efforts to the production of both Port and Douro wines, focusing on the study and development of the Douro terroir. The Company owns 5 quintas in the Douro valley – Quinta das Carvalhas, Quinta de Cidrô, Quinta dos Aciprestes, Quinta do Casal da Granja and Quinta do Síbio – with a total vineyard surface of 557 ha. 

Royal Oporto 10 Year Old Tawny - TASTING NOTES: 90 POINTS | WINE SPECTATOR
“Well-aged, with almond, fruitcake and caramel aromas and flavors. Full-bodied, sweet and lively, with orange peel, nuts and dried fruits on the finish. Excellent. This is the best tawny I have ever had from here.” - J.S. Wine Spectator

Royal Oporto 20 Year Old Tawny - TASTING NOTES: 91 POINTS | WINE SPECTATOR
“Pure and rich-tasting, with plenty of red fruit accents to the dried peach and pear flavors. Snappy citrus and mincemeat details linger on the finish. Wine Spectator

Royal Oporto 40 Year Old Tawny - TASTING NOTES: 95 POINTS | WINE SPECTATOR
Intense and unctuous, featuring an array of vibrant ripe citrus, dried fig, toffee and wild herb flavors, accented by notes of
mocha and cocoa powder. Spiced cherry and cream fill in midpalate, with a bright finish of orange peel and caramel.” - Wine Spectator

Royal Oporto Ruby - This Ruby Port presents a beautiful ruby color and notes of violet that characterize it for its youth and freshness. Its ripe red fruit aromas stand out, while on the palate shows a notable smoothness and is constantly harmonious.

Royal Oporto Tawny - A young Tawny Port of immense complexity of ripe red fruit notes and oaky scents, offering a very refined bouquet. Its strong dry fruit flavors are evidence of its aging in oak, which are compensated by a balanced sweetness and a long finish.

Royal Oporto LBV - Tasting Notes - A deep and dark colored LBV with notes of red fruit and raisins complemented with berries and spice. Very fine on the palate, with firm and round tannins showing a very solid structure, and finishing off elegantly with great fruit character.

Porca de Murça White and Red represent a fresh, young and fruity style of Douro wine, perfect for everyday consumption. The brand’s success is supported by the quality of our vines and experience. A clean, deep and bright ruby coloured wine with red berry and cherry notes showing intensity and freshness. Ripe fruit flavours, excellent structure, velvety and very well balanced.

Quinta dos Aciprestes red presents a clean, deep and beautiful garnet color. Intense aromas of plums and cherries combine in perfect harmony with nuances of vanilla, evidence of its aging in oak. Eruptions of fruit flavors allow its finish to reveal structure and elegance.