Quinta do Cónego 1918
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We perform quality checks on all wines, examining the label, cork and seal, as well as the condition of the wine. This way we create the best conditions for the wine to still be good and drinkable.
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We work with skilled and trustworthy suppliers, and we perform authenticity tests on the wines when they arrive at our warehouse. Here we review the seal, label, bottle number and much more, so that we ensure that the wine is genuine.
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We select the wines based on strict quality requirements.
The wines must be from quality producers, stored according to all the rules of the art, and pass our final quality assurance when the wine arrives at our warehouse.
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Delivery: We ship orders every weekday.
Delivery time and price:
- Denmark: 1-2 days (39-49 DKK)
- Sweden: 2-3 days (150 SEK)
- Finland: 2-3 days (15 EUR)
- Germany: 2-3 days (15 EUR)
- Netherlands: 2-4 days (15 EUR)
- Generally for EU countries: 2-5 days (15-25 EUR)
NOTE: There may be 1-2 days longer delivery time in remote areas.
Returns: You always have a 30-day right of return.
NOTE : All orders from November 15th to December 24th can be returned until January 31st.
Quinta do Cónego 1918
The Quinta do Cónego 1918 is a traditional Portuguese fortified wine, officially designated as a Vinho Licoroso Português. Produced in the Estremadura region of Portugal, it is crafted as a sweet-style fortified wine that reflects the historical winemaking practices of the area.
This specific vintage has a remarkable history, having rested in the old wine cellars for nearly eight decades. Following this extensive period in the cellar, the wine was eventually bottled on the 1st of February 1997.
Exported by Caves Vidigal, the wine is presented in a 375ml format with an alcohol content of 17%. It stands as a direct link to the early 20th-century viticultural heritage of Quinta do Cónego and the Estremadura region.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Estremadura
Estremadura is a historic wine region in Portugal, stretching along the Atlantic coast north and west of the capital Lisbon. In 2009, the wine region officially changed its name to Lisboa to avoid confusion with the Spanish region Extremadura and to link the area more closely to the name of the capital. On older bottles produced before the name change, the origin will however still be indicated as Estremadura.
Geographically, the area is characterized by its long coastline and a hilly landscape. The climate is maritime and strongly influenced by the Atlantic Ocean, which provides cool sea breezes and a moderating effect on the temperatures in the vineyards. Further inland, mountain ranges such as Serra de Montejunto act as a natural shelter against the strongest winds, which creates different microclimates and provides varied growing conditions across the region.
The wine tradition in Estremadura goes back more than two millennia and has roots with both the Phoenicians and the Romans. The area is Portugal's largest wine-producing region measured by volume and contains several historic sub-regions. Over time, the region has produced a wide range of wine types, including red, white, and fortified wines, and for a long period the area also played a central role as a supplier of grape spirit to the Portuguese port wine industry.
When this wine was made, the world looked very different. Here are some of the stories that unfolded while this bottle quietly aged in its cellar.
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How it handles
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Storage
Store the bottle horizontally at 12–14°C and avoid direct sunlight, vibrations, and temperature fluctuations.
Opening
Allow the bottle to stand upright for 24–48 hours before opening to allow sediment to settle. Use a professional corkscrew and open carefully.
Enjoyment
Serve at 17–18°C and be patient – there is a great difference in how and how quickly wines open up when they are aerated.
GUIDE TO THE GOOD WINE EXPERIENCE
We will help you throughout the journey. Here you can read our guide on how to treat the wine. If you have any questions, you are always welcome to write or call us.
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