Douro Wines
Foral dos QuatroVentos 2016
Douro
The nose is fruity, racy and offers a slight power. It reveals notes of cherry, cassis and small notes of scrubland/ rosemary associated with small notes of blackberry, small wild berry / blueberry associated with discreet hints of red fruits as well as very discreet hints of spices. The palate is mineral, fresh, well-balanced and offers suavity, tension as well as a mineral frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of cherry, small wild berry and small notes of wild blueberry associated with small touches of small red fruits as well as olive tree / scrubland hints, flowers and very discreet hints of spices. Tannins are integrated. There are a very discreet hint of vanilla and hazelnut (in the background) on the persistence. A mineral, fresh and easy-drinking wine. The aftertaste is slightly powerful.
Score : 14.25+/20 (87-88/100)
Casa Ferreirinha -Vinha Grande 2016 - Vinho Tinto
Douro
The nose is fruity and offers a slight power, a gourmandise as well as a small elegance. It reveals notes of blackberry, small wild berry and small notes of bigarreau cherry associated with small touches of wild red fruits, grove / olive tree as well as a very discreet touch of liquorice, black olive and chocolate. The palate is fruity, fresh, mineral, precise, structured, frank, well-balanced and offers a mineral frame as well as a small tension. On the palate this wine expresses notes of black cherry, small wild black berry and small notes of grove, olive tree associated with small touches of red fruit, blackberry, flowers as well as discreet hints of spices, of tobacco / liquorice and a very discreet hint of coffee on the finish / in the background. Tannins are well-built.
Score : 14.75/20 (88-89/100)
Flor das Tecedeiras 2016
Douro
The nose is fruity, well-built and offers elegance as well as a very slight concentration. It reveals notes of blackberry, black olive and small notes of blueberry associated with touches of red fruit (raspberry, bigarreau cherry), discreet hints of Zan, cardamom, violet as well as an imperceptible hint of violet / Sichuan pepper and nutmeg. The palate is fruity, beautifully juicy, soft, fine and offers a beautiful finesse of the grain, elegance, an acidulous frame, a good definition, a good structure, a bit aerial side, delicacy, a slight freshness as well a slight power. On the palate this wine expresses notes of black cherry / bigarreau cherry, small wild berries associated with slight touches of laurel, violet as well as discreet hints of cardamom, spices and an imperceptible hint of tea / tonka bean. Tannins are fine and structuring.
Score : 16.25+/20 (93/100)
Floral dos QuantroVentos - 2016 Superior
Douro
The nose is fruity, well-built and offers a certain delicacy and elegance. It reveals notes of small wild berries, blackberry and small notes of grove associated with small touches of crushed cassis, plum, red berries as well as very discreet hints of olive, spices, toasted and an imperceptible hint of liquorice stick. The palate is fruity, well-balanced, racy and offers a beautiful definition, suavity, delicacy, precision, a slight mineral frame, a very slight tension as well as a good structure. On the palate this wine expresses notes of wild black berries, blueberry and small notes of black cherry associated with small touches of grove, olive, liquorice, violet as well as very discreet toasted hints. Tannins are fine and well-built. There are an imperceptible hint of cocoa and Zan on the persistence.
Score : 15.75/20 (91-92/100)
Quinta dos QuatroVentos 2015
Douro
The nose is fruity, slightly tight and offers a small concentration. It reveals notes of blackberry, crushed cassis and small berries associated with slight touches of red cherry / raspberry, hints of blond tobacco, Zan, discreet hints of local vegetation as well as a very discreet hint of gray pepper (in the background), chocolate and toasted / liquorice. The palate is fruity, well-balanced, a bit tight and offers a good definition, minerality, a small juiciness, tension as well as a slight acidulous frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of juicy wild berries, blackberry and small notes of black cherry, black plum associated with discreet hints of raspberry, violet, olive tree / laurel as well as very discreet hints of spices, cardamom and very discreet toasted hints. Tannins are fine, structuring, a bit firm and young.
Score : 15.25+/20 (90-91/100)
Horta Osorio - Colheita 2015
Douro
The nose offers concentration and a small power. The wine needs to be put in carafe. It reveals notes of boysenberry, cassis and small notes of gray pepper associated with small touches of small berries, black cherry, Zan as well as very discreet toasted hints / spices. The palate is fruity, mineral, well-balanced and offers tension, a good guideline, a slight acidulous frame as well as a slight suavity. On the palate this wine expresses notes of black cherry, blackberry and small notes of plum, small black berry associated with touches of black olive, Zan, a hint of olive / eucalyptus as well as a very discreet hint of spices, dried tobacco and chocolate. Tannins are fine and very slightly dry. There are very discreet hint of caramelization and a hint of cocoa bean on the finish / persistence.
Score : 15/20 (89-90/100)
Horta Osorio - Sousao 2015
Douro
The nose is aromatic and offers gourmandise, a small elegance as well as a very slight concentration. It reveals notes of crushed blackberry, small crushed black berries and small notes of crushed cassis, strawberry associated with slight hints of flowers, cocoa, Zan as well as a very discreet hint of black olive, eucalyptus and an imperceptible hint of Sichuan pepper. The palate is fruity, mineral, well-balanced, well-structured and offers a beautiful suavity, a beautiful definition, a bit aerial side, a mineral frame, minerality, elegance, gourmandise as well as a certain finesse (but full of power). On the palate this wine expresses notes of blackberry, small berries and small notes of crushed cassis, chocolate, liquorice associated with small touches of raspberry / strawberry, discreet hints of caramelization as well as an imperceptible hint of scrubland and Sichuan pepper on the finish. There are hints of chocolate, black olive and Bourbon vanilla on the finish / persistence. Tannins are well-built. A beautiful, gourmand and well-built wine.
Score : 16+/20 (92/100)
Horta Osorio - Grande Escolha 2015
Douro
The nose is fruity, very slightly tight and offers a slight concentration. It reveals notes of crushed blackberry, cassis and small notes of Sichuan pepper, violet / laurel associated with touches of wild raspberry, dark chocolate as well as a very discreet hint of caramelization and blond tobacco. The palate is mineral, fruity, well-balanced and offers a good definition, juiciness, a good guideline as well as a small mineral frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of black cherry, blackberry and small notes of small wild berries, laurel / violet associated with small touches of olive tree, cassis, discreet hints of liquorice, eucalyptus, chocolate, discreet toasted hints as well as a very discreet hint of camphor and cardamom. Tannins are well-built and slightly firm. Good length.
Score : 15+/20 (89-90/100)
Horta Osorio - Reserva 2015
Douro
The nose is fruity, very slightly tight, a bit gourmand and offers power. It reveals notes of juicy / fleshy black fruits and small notes of cassis associated with touches of crushed strawberry, bigarreau cherry as well as discreet hints of local vegetation / flowers as well as very discreet hints of liquorice and tobacco. The palate is fresh, juicy, fruity, well-balanced and offers a good definition, a beautiful juicy / mineral frame, a good structure, a slight tension, as well as a slight suavity. On the palate this wine expresses notes of black cherry, juicy black fruit associated with small touches of fleshy strawberry, bigarreau cherry, discreet hints of local vegetation / grove, racy minerality as well as very discreet hints of Zan, tobacco and cardamom / mocha. Tannins are structuring and very slightly mellow. Good length.
Score : 15.25+/20 (90-91/100)
Horta Osorio - Touriga Nacional 2014
Douro
The nose is fruity and offers a small juiciness. It reveals notes of boysenberry, small fleshy fruits and small notes of blueberry associated with small touches of raspberry, olive, tobacco as well as a very discreet hint of nutmeg / spices and chocolate. The palate is juicy, mineral, well-balanced and offers a good structure as well as a mineral frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fleshy blackberry, small fleshy berries and small notes of fleshy black plum associated with touches of ripe fleshy strawberry, bigarreau cherry, hints of olive tree, violet, Zan as well as a hint of tobacco, black olive and very discreet hints of mocha / caramelization. Tannins are well-built. There is a discreet hint of chocolate bitterness on the persistence.
Score : 14.75/20 (88-89/100)+
Quinta dos QuatroVentos - 2013 Reserva
Douro
The nose is fruity, aromatic and offers a slight richness, a good definition as well as a slight complexity. It reveals notes of boysenberry, raspberry and small notes of balsamic associated with touches of cassis, violet, mocha as well as a very discreet hint of Sichuan pepper and dry local vegetation. The palate is fruity, juicy, wellbalanced and offers fat, density, an acidulous frame as well as a small minerality. On the palate this wine
expresses notes of crushed blackberry, black cherry and small notes of chocolate associated with small touches of balsamic, blueberry as well as discreet hints of local vegetation, olive, violet and a very discreet hint of cardamom. Tannins are fine, structuring and very discreetly mellow. Good juiciness.
Score : 15+/20 (89-90/100)
Dona Mafalda 2013
Douro The nose is fruity, gourmand and offers elegance, a slight minerality as well as a very slight tight grain. It reveals notes of cassis, blackberry, and small notes of ripe black plum associated with touches of Sichuan pepper, violet, small berry, racy minerality as well as discreet hints of Sichuan pepper, spices, Zan, an imperceptible hint of tobacco and black olive. The palate is juicy, well-balanced and offers gourmandise, a good definition, a good suavity, juiciness, precision, a slight tension as well as a mineral frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of blackberry, small black berries and small notes of black cherry associated with small touches of fleshy raspberry, fleshy black plum as well as discreet hints of olive tree/ local vegetation, mocha / chocolate, spices, a very discreet hint of mocha and caramelization (in the background). Tannins are wellbuilt. Good length. Good persistence. There is a very discreet hint of undergrowth, chocolate, tobacco and caramelization on the persistence.
Score : 15.25+/20 (90-91/100)
Burmester, Tavedo 2017
Douro
The nose is fruity and offers a slight concentration. It reveals notes of cassis, small wild berries and small notes of local vegetation associated with a touch of red fruit, cassis bud as well as very discreet hints of spices and an imperceptible touch of pepper (in the background). The palate is fruity, juicy, tense and offers dynamism, a small minerality, a good structure as well as an acid frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of wild red berries, crunchy cassis and small notes of local vegetation / cassis bud associated with slight touches of blackberry as well as discreet hints of liquorice and spices. Tannins are well-built.
Score : 14.5/20 (88/100)
Quinta de la Rosa 2016
Douro
The nose is structured and fruity. It reveals notes of black cherry black berry and small notes of cassis associated with slight touches of strawberry, blackberry, spices as well as a very discreet hint of pepper, flowers, olive tree and an imperceptible hint of tea. The palate is fruity, juicy, well-balanced and offers a good definition, dynamism, a slight straightness, an acidulous frame as well as a slight suavity. On the palate this wine expresses notes of black cherry and juicy / crunchy red berries associated with touches of blackberry, cassis as well as very discreet hints of plum, chocolate / cocoa and toasted / caramelized. Tannins are fine and supple.
Score : 14.75/20 (88-89/100)
Kopke - Tinto 2016
Douro
The nose is fruity and offers a small power and a very slightly tight grain. It reveals notes of red cherry, cassis and small notes of wild blackberry associated with a touch of flowers as well as hints of spices, Cuben pepper and a very discreet hint of scrubland (in the background). The palate is fruity, well-balanced, suave and offers a good definition, freshness, roundness, a small mineral frame as well a fine acidulous sensation. On the palate this wine expresses notes of ripe bigarreau cherry, cassis and small notes of blackberry associated with small touches of small berries, red fruits, flowers as well as discreet hints of olive tree and spices. Tannins are fine and structuring.
Score : 14.75/20 (88-89/100)
Sagrado - Tinto 2016
Douro
The nose is fruity, well-built and offers elegance, a slight density as well as a beautiful finesse of the grain. It reveals notes of cassis, black cherry and small notes of blackberry associated with touches of Sichuan pepper, flowers as well as a discreet hint of blueberry, scrubland, very discreet hints of camphor and oak. The palate is fruity, juicy, well-balanced and offers good definition, tension, a small straightness, a small suavity as well as a good mineral frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of bigarreau cherry, small wild berries and small notes of cassis associated with small touches of crunchy red fruits, scrubland / olive tree as well as very discreet hints of tonka bean, toasted and cardamom. Tannins are well-built and supple. Good length.
Score : 15.25/20 (90/100)
Burmester 2016
Douro
The nose is powerful, relatively fruity and slightly tight. It reveals notes of blackberry, crushed cassis and small notes of gray pepper associated with toasted touches as well as a very discreet hint of caramelization, cardamom and an imperceptible hint of almond. The palate is fruity, juicy, well-balanced and offers a slight suavity, a good structure, straightness as well as and a slight acidulous frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of black cherry, crushed raspberry and small notes of crushed blackberry associated with small touches of violet / flowers, blueberry as well as discreet hints of spices and chocolate. Tannins are well-built.
Score : 14.75/20 (88-89/100)
Calem, Curva 2016
Douro
The nose is fruity. It reveals notes of fleshy black cherry, fleshy cassis and small notes of ripe / fleshy wild strawberry associated with touches of small berry, chocolate and toasted / caramelized oak. The mouth is fresh, fruity, well-balanced, structured and offers a good definition, juiciness, a small mineral frame, suavity, roundness as well as slight juiciness. On the palate this wine expresses notes of black cherry, fleshy cassis and small notes of fleshy blackberry, fleshy raspberry associated with small touches of strawberry, small toasted touches, liquorice as well as a very discreet hint of chocolate / vanilla (in the background). Tannins are well-built. An easy-drinking wine.
Score : 14.5+/20 (88/100)
La Rosa 2016
Douro
The nose is fruity and offers a small intensity, finesse as well as a very slight power. It reveals notes of cassis, blackberry and small notes of black cherry associated with a touch of Cuben pepper as well as hints of blueberry, liquorice stick, spices, scrubland / olive tree and tonka bean. The palate is fruity, well-balanced, wellbuilt and offers suavity, tension, a slight juiciness, a good finesse of the grain as well as a good structure. On the palate this wine expresses notes of black cherry, small wild berries and cassis associated with small touches of blackberry, blue berry as well as hints of spices, flowers / cornflowers, liquorice stick and a very discreet hint of scrubland. Tannins are well-built. There are a hint of cocoa as well as a discreet hint of coffee and tobacco on the finish / persistence. Slight power on the finish/ persistence.
Score : 15+/20 (89-90/100)
Sagrado - Tinto 2015 Reserva
Douro
The nose is aromatic and offers a good finesse of the grain as well as a small intensity. It reveals notes of wild berries, cassis and small notes of cassis bud associated with touches of Sichuan pepper, dried local vegetation as well as hints of mocha as well as a very discreet hint of tea and grey pepper. The palate is fruity, wellbalanced and offers a good definition, a slight juiciness, a slight suavity as well as a slight acidulous frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of juicy blackberry, fleshy cassis and small notes of wild berries associated with touches of flowers, blueberry, raspberry as well as discreet toasted hints, sweet spices and very discreet hints of tonka bean. Tannins are well-built. Good length.
Score : 15.25+/20 (90-91/100)
Quinta Das Tecedeiras - 2015 Reserva
Douro
The nose is aromatic, elegant, fruity and offers a small richness as well as power. It reveals notes of cassis, blackberry and small wild black fruits combined with touches of tonka bean, cardamom, hints of blueberry, gray pepper and discreet hints of olive tree / laurel. The palate is fruity, finesse, a bit retained and offers a small juiciness, elegance, finesse, a beautiful juiciness, minerality, gourmandise as well as an acidulous frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fleshy blackberry, fleshy cassis and small notes of cornflowers, fleshy raspberry associated with small touches of blueberry, rose, laurel, racy minerality, tonka bean / dark chocolate as well as discreet hints of black olive, tobacco and a very discreet toasted hint (in the background). Tannins are well-built. Good length. The mouth / persistence is beautifully gourmande. There is a hint of espresso on the aftertaste.
Score : 16.25/20 (92-93/100)
Cabeça de Gaio - Tinto 2015
Douro
The nose is aromatic, powerful and spicy. It reveals notes of cassis, blackberry and gray pepper associated with small touches of ripe wild red berry as well as hints of spices, discreet toasted hints and an imperceptible hint of caramelization. The mouth is juicy, fruity, well-balanced and offers a good definition, a beautiful juiciness as well as a racy minerality (mineral frame). On the palate this wine expresses notes of blackberry, black cherry and small notes of fleshy cassis associated with touches of small wild berries, laurel / grove ans well as slight hints of blond tobacco, Zan and very discreet hints of spices. Tannins are well-built.
Score : 15.25+/20 (90-91/100)
Sagrado - Vinhas Velhas 2010
Douro
The nose is elegant and offers finesse as well as gourmandise. It reveals notes of blackberry, ripe wild strawberry and small notes of cassis associated with touches of fleshy plum, spices and undergrowth / mushroom, black olives, gray pepper, zan / dried tobacco, minerality and a very discreet hint of olive. The palate is fruity, juicy, well-balanced and offers a beautiful suavity, juiciness, a fine tension, an acidulous frame, a good definition, elegance, a good structure, a silky matter, dynamism, a good minerality, a very fine grain as well as an acidulous frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of blackberry, ripe cassis and small notes of chocolate, zan associated with touches of ripe strawberry and discreet hints of black olive, tobacco, spices and a very discreet hint of caramelization (in the background). There are very discreet / imperceptible hints of hazelnut / chocolate and caramelization on the persistence.
Score : 16.5 /20 (93/100)
SagradoVT - Grande Reserva 2009
Douro
The nose is fruity and offers a slight juiciness, a bit powerful, a beautiful finesse of the grain as well as a velvety sensation. It reveals notes of cassis, wild blackberry and small notes of Cuben pepper associated with touches of scrubland (olive, rosemary, thyme), blueberry, pepper as well as hints of spices and caramelization / toasted hints. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers juiciness, gourmandise, a slight minerality, an acidulous frame as well as a racy minerality. On the palate this wine expresses notes of juicy blackberry, black cherry and small notes of cassis associated with small touches of fleshy raspberry, tonka bean, cardamom as well as discreet hints of black olive, flowers, caramelization and an imperceptible hint of thyme (in the background). Tannins are well-built. Good length. A juicy, gourmand and well-built wine !
Score : 15.5/20 (90-91/100)
Vallegre - 2014 Reserva
Douro
The nose is fruity, structured and offers power. It reveals notes of cassis and wild berries associated with touches of small wild red berries, slight touches of plum as well as touches of scrubland, black olive and spices. The palate is fruity juicy, well-balanced, very discreetly tight and offers a beautiful acidulous frame, minerality, a slight suavity as well as a small tension. On the palate this wine expresses notes of blackberry, cassis and small notes of fleshy raspberry / strawberry associated with touches of juicy plum, violet, flowers, very discreet caramelization / toasted hints as well as an imperceptible hint of tonka bean. Tannins are wellbuilt and discreetly firm.
Score : 14.75+/20 (89/100)
Duas Quintas - 2015 Reserva
Douro
The nose is fruity, discreetly tight and offers power as well as a beautiful finesse of the grain. It reveals notes of cassis and small wild berry associated with small touches of flowers / local vegetation, crunchy strawberry as well as a discreet hint of gray pepper, liquorice, spices and oak. The palate is fruity, well-balanced, well-built and offers a mineral frame, a slight juiciness, harmony, a good guideline as well as tension. On the palate this wine expresses notes of cassis and small wild berries associated with slight touches of flowers / local vegetation, spices as well as an imperceptible hint of thyme (in the background). A fine and straight wine !
Score : 15+/20 (89-90/100)
Bulas - 2015 Reserva
Douro
The nose is fruity and offers crunchy fruits. It reveals notes of crunchy berries, wild / fresh flowers and small notes of cassis associated with slight touches of spices and liquorice stick. The palate is fruity, frank and offers freshness, a mineral frame, precision as well as straightness. On the palate this wine expresses notes of crunchy berries and crunchy / fresh cassis associated with small touches of flowers, scrubland as well as very discreet hints of spices. Tannins are fine, very slightly tight and discreetly firm. There are notes of cocoa, flowers and crunchy fruits on the persistence.
Score : 14.75/20 (88-89/100)+
Quinta do Silval, Dorna Velha Tinta Roriz 2015
Douro
The nose is fruity and offers a slight concentration as well as power. It reveals notes of cassis and crunchy blackberry associated with small touches of fresh raspberry, crunchy cherry, Cuben pepper, hints of spices, Zan as well as very discreet hints of black olive and scrubland / roasted thyme. The palate is fruity, wellbalanced, juicy and offers precision, gourmandise as well as an acidulous frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of juicy / fresh cassis and juicy / fresh cherry associated with small touches of small berries, crunchy raspberry, liquorice, caramelization, thyme as well as very discreet hints of vanilla and black olive (in the background). Tannins are well-built. Good length.
Score : 14.75+/20 (89/100)
Cedro Do Noval 2015
Vinho Regional Duriense
The nose is fruity, elegant and offers a small complexity. It reveals notes of juicy boysenberry, juicy fleshy strawberry and small notes of juicy blueberry associated with a hint of cassis as well as touches of violet, olive and Cuben pepper. The palate is fruity, well-balanced, a bit retained and offers a good definition, a beautiful juiciness, finesse, a beautiful finesse of the grain, a slight acidulous frame, minerality as well as a good guideline. On the palate, this wine expresses notes of juicy boysenberry, juicy cassis and small notes of juicy raspberry combined with small touches of juicy strawberry, juicy blueberry as well as slight hints of mocha, black olive, racy minerality, caramelization / sweet spices and a very discreet / imperceptible hint of pepper (in the background). Tannins are elegant, fine and supple. Good length. A fine and elegant wine that offers delicacy as well as juiciness. There are an imperceptible hint of ripe almond and tonka bean / cardamom on persistence.
Score : 17/20 (94/100)
Quinta da Devesa 2015
Douro
The nose is fresh, fruity, well-built and offers concentration. It reveals notes of crushed cassis, crushed blackberry and small notes of small wild berries / blue berries associated with small hints of flowers, black olive, liquorice, cocoa as well as a discreet hint of cardamom / caramelization. The palate is fruity, juicy, well-balanced and offers a beautiful acidulous frame, gourmandise, a good guideline, a slight tension, a slight suavity as well as precision. On the palate this wine expresses notes of black cherry, fleshy / juicy blackberry and small notes of crushed cassis associated with touches of juicy red fruist, juicy blueberry as well as very discreet hints of flowers, oak / toasted, Zan, sweet blond tobacco and sweet spices. Tannins are structuring and very slightly firm.
Score : 15.5/20 (90-91/100) Borges, Quinta da Soalheira -Vinhas Velhas 2015
Douro
(Unoaked) The nose is fruity and offers a very slight concentration as well as juicy and fresh fruit. It reveals notes of juicy fresh cherry, juicy / ripe berry and small notes of fresh blackberry associated with touches of ripe/fresh blueberry as well as hints of flowers, red berry, Zan, a racy minerality and an imperceptible hint of pepper (in the background). The palate is fruity, juicy, well-balanced and offers a beautiful definition, a good juicy / mineral frame as well as dynamism. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fresh / juicy red berry associated with small touches of blueberry, raspberry as well as discreet hints of liquorice, discreet toasted hints and an imperceptible hint of flowers and mocha. Tannins are well-built. Good length and good persistence. There are a hint of caramelization, chocolate, juicy fruit and hazelnut on the persistence.
Score : 15.75/20 (91-92/100)
M. Chapoutier - Pinteivera 2013
Douro
The nose is aromatic and offers gourmandise as well as a small juiciness. It reveals notes of wild strawberry, flowers (iris, violet, small fresh flowers) and blackberry associated with small touches of crushed cassis, raspberry, Cuben pepper as well as slight hints of chocolate, sweet spices and slight toasted hints. The palate is fruity, well-built, mineral and offers juiciness, a good balance, a good definition, gourmandise, finesse, a good guideline, dynamism as well as a slight acidulous frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fresh / juicy raspberry, juicy blackberry and small notes of fleshy / juicy strawberry associated with small touches of blueberry, flowers as well as very discreet toasted hints and racy minerality. Tannins are well-built.
Score : 16 /20 (92 /100)
M. Chapoutier - Eleivera 2014
Douro
The nose is fruity, structured and offers a small power / concentration. It reveals notes of cassis, small wild berries and small notes of local vegetation / scrubland associated with touches of crunchy strawberry, juicy blueberry, chocolate as well as slight hints of spices, toasted and Sichuan pepper. The palate is fruity, wellbalanced and offers juiciness, a small straightness, a small tension, fat, minerality as well as an acidulous frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fleshy blackberry, fleshy cassis and small notes of fleshy raspberry, fleshy small berries associated with a hint of blueberry, scrubland (laurel, olive), flowers as well as very discreet toasted hints, nutmeg, sweet spices and a very discreet hint of vanilla. Tannins are well-built.
Score : 15/20 (89-90/100)
Duorum - 2015 Reserva, Old Vines
Douro
The nose is elegant and offers power as well as concentration. It reveals notes of cassis, wild blackberry and small notes of ripe wild strawberry associated with touches of tonka bean / chocolate, small violet flowers as well as a very discreet hint of grove and Sichuan pepper. The mouth is juicy, mineral, fresh and offers a beautiful guideline, a beautiful mineral frame, a very slight acidulous (in the background), precision, a good definition as well as finesse. On the palate this wine expresses notes of juicy fleshy blackberry, fresh juicy cassis and small notes of juicy raspberry combined with small touches of fleshy Garriguette strawberry as well as hints of chocolate, liquorice, black olive, sweet spices and an imperceptible hint of small violet flowers. Tannins are well-built and structuring. Good length. There are a very discreet hint of oak, dark chocolate and a very discreet hint of hazelnut on the finish / persistence. The aftertaste is slightly powerful. Gourmandise on the finish / persistence.
Score : 16+/20 (92/100)
Duorum - Colheita 2015
Douro
The nose is fruity, a bit powerful and offers a slight concentration as well as a good structure. It reveals notes of blackberry, wild cassis and small notes of small wild berries associated with slight touches of crushed raspberry, scrubland as well as discreet hints of pepper. The mouth is fresh, fruity, well-balanced and offers a beautiful definition, fleshiness, roundness, a mineral frame, a small gourmand side, a good structure, a good matter as well as fat. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fleshy cassis, crushed raspberry and small notes of fleshy blackberry associated with small touches of small wild berries, hints of tonka bean, toasted oak, liquorice as well as discreet hints of caramelization, coffee and a hint of cedar wood. Tannins are fine, elegant and well-built. There are notes of dark chocolate / cocoa bean on the persistence.
Score : 16.25+/20 (93/100)
Santos da Casa - Fazem Milagres, 2015 Reserva
Douro
The nose is fruity, slightly powerful and offers a small concentration as well as a small richness. It reveals notes of ripe red berries, ripe raspberry and small notes of cassis combined with touches of blackberry, ripe cherry, hints of chocolate / mocha, flowers, olive as well as very discreet toasted hints, pepper and a very discreet hint of nutmeg. The palate is fruity, juicy, wellbalanced and offers good definition, juiciness, tension, dynamism as well as a good guideline. On the palate the wine expresses notes of juicy ripe blackberry, juicy ripe raspberry and a touch of juicy cassis associated with touches of blueberry, juicy red cherry as well as hints of mocha / tonka bean, sweet spices, vanilla, flowers, cardamom and caramelization. Tannins are fine, structuring and straight. Beautiful persistence. There is a very discreet hint of ripe / dried almond on the persistence.
Score : 15.5/20 (90-91/100)
Santos da Casa - Fazem Milagres, 2013 Grande Reserva
Douro
The nose is aromatic and offers power, elegance and a good grain. It reveals notes of cassis, wild strawberry and small notes of blueberry associated with small touches of black berry and crunchy raspberry, scrubland as well as discreet hints of liquorice, eucalyptus, spices and very discreet hints of undergrowth and tonka bean. The palate is juicy, fruity, well-balanced and offers a good definition, a small suavity, an acidulous frame as well as dynamism. On the palate this wine expresses notes of cassis, blackberry, crunchy strawberry associated with small touches of crunchy blueberry, hints of flowers, scrubland as well as discreet hints of oak and spices. Good length. Tannins are a bit firm.
Score : 15.75/20 (91-92/100)
Quinta da Devesa - 2013 Reserva
Douro
The nose is aromatic, concentrated and offers power. It reveals notes of cassis, blackberry and small notes of liquorice associated with touches of strawberry, small berries as well as touches of flowers, olive tree / local vegetation, racy minerality, mocha, spices, Ceylon tea and Sichuan pepper. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers a good definition, juiciness, tension, an acidulous frame as well as a small minerality. On the palate this wine expresses notes of blackberry, wild cassis and small notes of strawberry, black cherry associated with touches of flowers, olive / vegetation, fresh / juicy blueberry, tonka bean as well as very discreet toasted hints and an imperceptible hint of Sichuan pepper (in the background). The finish is slightly tight. Tannins are fine and a bit dry. Good persistence with notes of tonka bean and on a very discreet hint of caramelization.
Score : 14.75/20 (88-89/100)
Quinta da Silval - Dorna Velha, 2013 Reserva
Douro
The nose offers concentration. It reveals notes of cassis, wild blackberry and small notes of very ripe wild berries associated with slight touches of scrubland (thyme, rosemary), ripe raspberry, hints of spices as well as a very discreet hint of Timut pepper (in the background) and toasted. The palate is fruity, juicy, well-balanced, well-built and offers a good definition, a good definition, a good juiciness, precision, a slight tension, a good structure as well as a good finesse of the grain. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fleshy / juicy blackberry, ripe cassis and small notes of ripe strawberry associated with touches of ripe blueberry, small juicy / fresh berries, a very discreet hint of scrubland (in the background) as well as slight hints of spices, toasted and chocolate. Tannins are well-built. A good wine !
Score : 15.5/20 (90-91/100)
Vasques de Carvalho -Velhos Bardos 2013, Reserva
Douro
The nose is aromatic, fruity and offers a small juiciness, a beautiful grain as well as a small power and a slight gourmand side. It reveals notes of cassis, ripe blackberry and small notes of ripe wild strawberry combined with touches of ripe berry, ripe plum, hints of spices, eucalyptus, Cuben pepper, tonka bean as well as a very discreet hint of black olive/ scrubland, tea and nutmeg. The palate is fruity, juicy, well-balanced, well-structured and offers a good definition, a mineral frame, tension, a small concentration as well as a good and slightly tight grain. On the palate this wine expresses notes of black cherry, very ripe cassis, blackberry and small notes of ripe strawberry, plum associated with touches of liquorice, tonka bean / mocha, hints of eucalyptus, vanilla, caramelization as well as a very discreet hint of cardamom, black olive and an imperceptible hint of Sichuan pepper (in the background). Tannins are well-built, structuring and very slightly firm.
Score : 16+/20 (92/100)
Quinta das Peixotas - 2012, Reserva
Douro
The nose is aromatic and offers a small freshness as well as a slight minerality. It reveals notes of fresh cassis and ripe blackberry associated with small notes of cardamom, spices, fresh / crunchy strawberry as well as touches of leather, black olive, oak and pepper. The palate is fruity, well-balanced, frank and offers a mineral frame as well as a small freshness. On the palate this wine expresses notes of juicy blackberry, ripe juicy cassis and small notes of crunchy strawberry associated with touches of leather, spices as well as very discreet hints of scrubland and toasted. Tannins are well-built.
Score : 14.25+/20 (87-88/100)
Quinta da Devesa -VinhasVelhas 2011, Reserva
Douro
The nose offers a small power, gourmandise as well as a fine and very slightly tight grain. It reveals notes of blackberry, toasted notes and small notes of vanilla, cassis associated with small touches of ripe strawberry / cherry as well as very discreet hints of sweet spices and a very discreet hint of Sichuan pepper. The mouth is juicy, fruity, well-balanced, a bit aerial, quite frank and offers a beautiful acidulous frame, a slight tension, precision as well as gourmandise. On the palate this wine expresses notes of juicy blackberry, juicy ripe raspberry and small notes of juicy cassis combined with touches of juicy blueberry, flowers, liquorice, slight hints of vanilla as well as very discreet hint of cardamom and black olive (in the background). Tannins are well-built and very discreetly mellow. Good length. The finish / persistence is gourmand.
Score : 15.75/20 (91-92/100)
Vasques de Carvalho - 2018, Reserva
Douro
The nose is fruity and offers a small straightness, a small concentration as well as structure. It reveals notes of ripe cassis, sour cherry and small notes of wild red berry / raspberry associated with touches of cornflowers / violets, Zan, black olive as well as a very discreet hint of local vegetation, Cuben pepper, eucalyptus, chocolate, nutmeg and clove. The palate is fruity, mineral, fresh, well-balanced and offers roundness, precision, structure, a small concentration as well as a small acidulous frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of blackberry, cassis and small notes of cherry associated with touches of ripe wild red fruits, liquorice / blueberry, chocolate, toasted touches and clove / mushroom. Tannins are well-built and structuring.
Score : 15.5+/20 (91/100)