Wine shop Quinta do Noval - Gaia

We did not have food, but we did have some wine here, it was fresh and nice on a warm day. The best part of the visit was the young man that was taking care of us. He told us that he was new and an intern, but he knew all about the wine and did a really great job taking care of us. We didn’t realize that they had closed because he did let on that we were over staying. We really appreciate his courtesy and we enjoyed sitting outside having some wine by the river. It’s a little fancier place than we would normally go to, but, we did enjoy it.

I've had the privilege of gracing my palate with an array of exquisite wines, but few have left an impression quite like the Quinta do Noval Fine Ruby and Tawny Reserve Ports. These two gems, hailing from the esteemed Douro Valley in Portugal, embody the epitome of Port wine excellence, each offering a unique symphony of flavors that will captivate even the most discerning connoisseur.

Quinta do Noval Fine Ruby Port:
This ruby-hued beauty bursts onto the palate with an exuberant youthful exuberance, reminiscent of sun-kissed blackberries and a touch of lively spice. Its vivacious spirit dances across the tongue, intertwining with notes of juicy red cherries and a hint of captivating plum. As it lingers on the finish, a subtle whisper of vanilla emerges, adding a touch of elegance to this captivating concerto.

Quinta do Noval Tawny Reserve Port:
In contrast to its ruby counterpart, the Tawny Reserve exudes a sense of refined maturity. Its amber hue hints at the treasures it holds within, and indeed, upon first sip, a symphony of aged complexity unfolds. Notes of dried apricots, caramelized orange peel, and a touch of nutty warmth envelop the palate, their harmonious blend reminiscent of an autumnal stroll through an orchard.

A Tale of Two Styles:
The Fine Ruby and Tawny Reserve Ports represent two distinct chapters in the Quinta do Noval story. The Fine Ruby, with its youthful exuberance, captures the essence of a young vine's vitality, while the Tawny Reserve, with its refined elegance, embodies the culmination of years of patient aging. Yet, despite their stylistic differences, both wines share a common thread: the unwavering dedication to quality that has made Quinta do Noval a beacon of excellence in the world of Port wine.

Conclusion:
Whether you savor the vivacious energy of the Fine Ruby or the refined grace of the Tawny Reserve, Quinta do Noval Port offers an unparalleled journey into the heart of Portugal's winemaking heritage. These are not merely wines; they are testaments to the art of craftsmanship and the pursuit of excellence, each sip a testament to the passion and dedication that lie at the core of Quinta do Noval.

Fun port tasting experience with exceptional staff. It's always good to taste before deciding on which bottle to get.
We had a great conversation with the lady manager and our server.

Stopped in here for a port tasting on a wet and windy afternoon in Porto. This place is perfect if you're just looking for a tasting. We were not looking for a tour so this suited us. The staff are so friendly and helpful. Talked us through the menu and different tastings then explained the differences between the five ports of the flight we decided on. We ordered some chocolates to compliment the port too. Delicious

Had this recommended to us as some of the best port in Porto - it did not disappoint. Lorena was an amazing host, guided us through the different types of port (nailed her recommendations for us) and is a credit to this place.

Visit here if you can!

The whole staff were very helpful and very friendly! Cindy went above and beyond to make sure my tasting experience was enjoyable. Helped me navigate a wine list that was new to me. She gave me timely service, all the while wearing a great smile. I only wish I had more time to try more wines. I’m definitely going to try my best to make it back here again! The TAWNY 20 YEAR OLD and CEDRO DO NOVAL were both delicious!

Really good degustation experience, especially comparing with other big brand's "marketing" guided tour. You can buy by glass a lot of precious wine.

On a boulevard that is filled with establishments that feel too crowded and rushed, this place offered some more calm atmosphere with still an amazing view on the city of Porto on the other side of the river. Bruno had a story with every wine he poured and made us feel really welcome.

Quinta do Noval is a great place for a port wine tasting in Porto. The lady who helped us went above and beyond to make our first time having port wine a great experience. We had the chance to taste a 40 year old port that blew away our taste buds!!

Really nice 5 glass port tasting from a lesser known brand. One white and 4 red ones. All good for around 30 EUR. The accompanying food platter for 25 EUR was not worth the price though of reasonable quality. Lovely location with views, street music and lots of people around.

Just randomly stopped here, great experience! Our waiter and young man was LOVELY, we tasted 3 wines and they were delicious. Then continued on our way.

A really nice place in Gaia to taste wines, have a snack and enjoy the weather. Wine tasting is the main attraction of this place.

We did a flight and were very impressed with the ports and the service. It is right along the Douro and was great for people watching, spending time with friends and enjoying the fruits of the vine.

Sat on the patio and had a predetermined tasting from the menu. Waiter had excellent knowledge of tasting notes but could not answer specific questions (eg are the grapes from the white wine all from the same vineyard or purchased from the area)

Amazing views of Porto. Less busy than the more touristy spots. Chocolate pairing came with 4 small chocolates which had fillings and were good.

Wine over service at this location. Would give 4.5 stars but it is very much worth a visit.

LOVED this tasting for the sheer quality of what I tasted. Note: if you expect to learn a lot about Port, go somewhere else as they do seem to cater to people who already know the domain. Quinta do Noval is also a distinguished, long-lived port producer, but you won't get the hype and throngs of tourists here. Everything I tried was outstanding and the setting, esp if you go before noon, very peaceful.

WINES: Outstanding variety of Port wines at various prices.
AMBIENCE: Simple, typical of the port lodges. This is much smaller and less touristy than many.
COMMENTS: Definitely worth stopping in, as you stroll along the river in Vila Nova de Gaia

We did the 40yr port tasting with adding a 20yr and chocolates. The presentation and explanation of the history of ports was very informative and interesting.
It wasn't busy at all when we went so it almost was like a private tasting session.
Definitely recommend visiting this shop.
Staff was super friendly.

Underrated brand, it has great value vintages and I like it better than the big brands. I've been doing a lot of tasting in Porto and this is one of my favorites.

Randomly walked in as we were looking to taste Port. Super friendly service, tidy place, spacious terrace and a great view om the boulevard. Our host was very friendly and introduced us to some of the different Port wines. All in all a great experience and well recommended thanks to professional staff.

Friendly staff and quality selection of port and wine. The best one we found on the river side.