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Wine Description
The Story
Since 1751, the Ferreira name has always been synonymous with high-quality Portuguese wine. The brand's history is intertwined with the history of the evolution of the Douro Region (demarcated in 1756) and its Porto and table wines (Douro DOC).
Ferreira Vintages are unique and exceptional Portos, at the pinnacle of excellence. With over 250 years of this tradition for excellence, Ferreira has one of the Porto sector's top cellars for vintag...
Vintage 1986
The 1986 Portuguese wine vintage was defined by an exceptionally hot, dry growing season that produced concentrated, high-sugar fruit across the country, serving as a landmark milestone for both fortified Port and table wines. In the Douro Valley, intense summer heat and drought restricted yields, forcing vines to produce small, highly concentrated berries with thick skins and elevated sugar levels. Harvested under scorching, dry conditions, t...