Sunday, February 24, 2019 - Blend: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Amarela, Sousão, Alicante Bouschet
from 133 ha on the south bank of the Douro at 130-530 m.
Foot trodden on granite lagares and fed by gravity into large vats made of old chestnut wood.
A simple cooling system is the only addition to the centuries old traditional method.
20% Abv. 1,250 cases
Proprietor: Symington Family Estates
A(ccuracy)=2: Deep ruby/purple. Intensely fragrant blend.
B(alance)=3: Distinctive components in harmony.
C(omplexity)=2: Dark berries preserve/jam, pepper, smoke.
D(epth)=2: Unctuous mouthfeel. Savory palate and lingering finish.
Wine Tally Score [2,3,2,2] = 9/10
Elegant exuberance.
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