The 2018 Quinta do Noval Vintage Port is a proprietary blend produced in the Douro region of Portugal. This vintage is characterized by its deep, dark color and harmonious blend of Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Cão, Sousão, and Tinta Roriz. With an alcohol content of 19.5%, the wine is bottled with a cork closure.

Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate awarded this vintage 95 points, noting it as "aromatic, chock-full of flavor and wholly delicious" (MS, 9/10/2020). The reviewer emphasizes the wine's serious backbone, mid-palate depth, and accessibility, suggesting it is among the top 2018s they have encountered. The wine is expected to age well, though a conservative approach to its drinking window is recommended.

Vinous’ Neal Martin also rated the wine 95 points, highlighting its bouquet of black plum and cassis fruit, with a hint of fireside hearth. The palate is described as having a satin-like texture with hints of black pepper, graphite, clove, and allspice (11/1/2022). The finish is noted for its harmony and poise, making it an excellent choice.

Wine Spectator gave the highest rating at 97 points, describing the wine as "juicy and muscular" with flavors of plum paste, warmed fig compote, and black currant reduction (12/15/2020). The wine's ample grip and ganache note on the finish are expected to ensure its longevity, best enjoyed from 2030 through 2055.

Decanter and Wine Enthusiast both rated the wine 96 points. Decanter praised its "dense, ripe, bold fruit" and "wonderful freshness, vitality and verve," emphasizing its long, powerful finish (6/1/2020). Wine Enthusiast noted the wine’s black cherry and spice flavors, along with intense acidity, suggesting it is suitable for long-term aging and best enjoyed after 2028 (12/1/2020).

James Suckling awarded the wine 94 points, highlighting its attractive nose with fresh dark berries, grilled herbs, chocolate, and wet stones (1/18/2023). The wine’s moderate sweetness and fine, marble-polished tannins contribute to its finesse and delicacy, making it more appealing after 2026.

Lastly, Jeb Dunnuck also rated the wine 96 points, describing it as "fabulous stuff" with a bouquet of spiced berries, cassis, fresh plum, Asian spices, and dried flowers (2/6/2023). The wine is noted for its elegance, finesse, and complexity, with a perfect balance between its fruit, sugar, and alcohol, and is expected to have a longevity of 40 years or more.

Overall, the 2018 Quinta do Noval Vintage Port is a highly praised wine that combines bold flavors, complexity, and aging potential, making it a standout vintage from the Douro region.