{"product_id":"dalva-colheita-1994","title":"Dalva Colheita 1994","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eDalva Colheita Port 1994\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Legendary Balance\" – A 30-Year-Old Gem from a Golden Year\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe Vibe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eIn 2026, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"13\"\u003e1994 Dalva Colheita\u003c\/b\u003e has reached its 32nd birthday, and it is widely considered one of the \"sweet spots\" in Dalva's portfolio. The 1994 vintage is legendary in the Douro—it was a year that produced massive, concentrated wines with perfect natural balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eWhile the 1968 is about \"ancient history\" and the 1991 is about \"spicy freshness,\" the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"87\"\u003e1994\u003c\/b\u003e is characterized by its \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"116\"\u003esilkiness and depth\u003c\/b\u003e. It has the complexity of a 30-Year-Old Tawny but retains a core of \"fatness\" and fruit oils that make it feel incredibly luxurious on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe Nose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThe bouquet is dense, seductive, and very \"English library\":\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Sweet:\u003c\/b\u003e Strong notes of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"27\"\u003etoffee, burnt caramel, and butterscotch\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Fruit:\u003c\/b\u003e Very concentrated scents of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003efruit jelly, quince jam, and dried figs\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Complexity:\u003c\/b\u003e Subtle hints of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"32\"\u003ecocoa powder, roasted hazelnuts, and a touch of violet candy\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Spice:\u003c\/b\u003e A warm, lingering scent of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"38\"\u003ecinnamon and allspice\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThe Taste\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eOn the palate, the 1994 is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"27\"\u003erich, broad, and velvety\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Texture:\u003c\/b\u003e This vintage is noted for being \"fatter\" than the 1992. It has a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"78\"\u003eviscous, oily texture\u003c\/b\u003e that coats the tongue completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Expect layers of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"30\"\u003emarmalade, caramelized almonds, and espresso\u003c\/b\u003e. There is a \"mid-palate pop\" where the fruit energy expands before settling into savory tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Extremely long and fresh. It ends with a sophisticated \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"67\"\u003esalty-sweet\u003c\/b\u003e balance that is the hallmark of high-quality aged Colheitas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e📋 Product Specs (2026 Status)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"14,1,1,0\"\u003eDouro, Portugal (C. da Silva \/ Dalva)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVintage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"14,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1994\u003c\/b\u003e (An \"A+\" year for Port)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"14,3,1,0\"\u003eRoughly \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"8\"\u003e30 years in small oak casks\u003c\/b\u003e (pipes)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"14,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStats\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"14,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e20% ABV\u003c\/b\u003e | ~112 g\/L Residual Sugar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"14,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBottling Date\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"14,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCrucial:\u003c\/b\u003e Look for a bottling date of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"37\"\u003e2022 or later\u003c\/b\u003e for peak freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"14,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"14,6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrink Now – 2040.\u003c\/b\u003e Best enjoyed within 1-2 years of its bottling date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"14,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCritical Score\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"14,7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e95 Points\u003c\/b\u003e (Decanter, Jan 2024) | \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"33\"\u003e91-92 Points\u003c\/b\u003e (Wine Advocate \/ CellarTracker)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eBest Paired With:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Chocolate Match:\u003c\/b\u003e Dark chocolate desserts with sea salt or roasted almonds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Holiday Pair:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003e\"Figgy pudding,\"\u003c\/b\u003e mince pies, or a traditional Christmas cake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Savory Choice:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003eAged Cheddar or Roquefort\u003c\/b\u003e—the intense caramel notes of the wine love the sharpness of the cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Simple Joy:\u003c\/b\u003e A dish of high-quality \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003ehazelnut praline\u003c\/b\u003e or simply a fine cigar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e In 2026, the 1994 is a \"meditative\" wine. Because it has matured for three decades in wood, it is quite stable, but it still loves a bit of air. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0\" data-index-in-node=\"154\"\u003eOpen the bottle an hour before serving\u003c\/b\u003e to let the \"spirit\" integrate and the cocoa\/toffee notes shine. Serve at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0\" data-index-in-node=\"266\"\u003e14–16°C\u003c\/b\u003e (slightly warmer than the 1992) to emphasize its richness and \"fat\" texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57122461942134,"sku":"5603003330751","price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0770\/6230\/files\/dalvacolheita_addff99c-896f-4ff8-9ecf-6eb8e43be286.png?v=1774027897","url":"https:\/\/muruwines.fi\/products\/dalva-colheita-1994","provider":"MuruWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}