Series Cornifesto
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted duck, grilled pork chops, cured charcuterie
✨ wine.spec_sheet
The 'Séries' collection by Real Companhia Velha represents a passionate viticultural exploration into the Douro Valley's forgotten heritage. This range is dedicated to micro-vinifying rare, indigenous grape varieties that have historically been sidelined or lost in field blends. Cornifesto is one such ancient variety, traditionally valued for its deep color and robust structure in Port production, but seldom showcased on its own. Grown on the steep, schist-carved terraces of the Douro, this single-varietal bottling captures the grape's rustic charm, vibrant acidity, and distinctive wild berry profile, offering a liquid archive of Portugal's rich ampelographic history.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1756 by Royal Charter of King José I under the direction of the Marquis of Pombal, Real Companhia Velha is Portugal's oldest wine company, representing over two and a half centuries of uninterrupted Port and Douro wine production. Based in Vila Nova de Gaia with extensive vineyard holdings across the Douro Valley—including prestigious estates like Quinta das Carvalhas and Quinta de Cidro—the company combines deep-seated tradition with modern winemaking techniques. They are globally renowned for their exceptional Port wines, ranging from complex Aged Tawnies to structured Vintages, alongside a highly acclaimed portfolio of still Douro reds and whites that showcase the region's diverse terroir. Official website: https://realcompanhiavelha.pt. Address: Rua Azevedo Magalhães 314, 4430-022 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal.