Winery - Dona Maria
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This rare blend of Cabernet, Syrah, Petit Verdot and Touriga Nacional works surprisingly well, emphasizing tannic structure rather than fruit. The acidity of the Cab is what keeps it from being heavy, while the dense color and herbal flavors show its southern warmth and richness. Dried plums and fresh acidity to finish.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This ambitious wine from the south of Portugal blends Alicante Bouschet, Aragonês, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, then covers much of the nuance with a veil of charred oak. Tarry, meaty, cedary notes on the nose; some cola, coffee and beet flavors. Woody on the finish. Hold 2–3 years and hope the impact of the wood lessens over time.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The use of the high quality Antão Vaz grape gives this wine considerable perfumed style and creamy white fruit flavors to go with the acidity and the clean intensity. Well balanced, the aftertaste is fresh but rich.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Hugely dense, this wine offers power. The fruit is sweet and superripe; the tannins are soft along with the creamy coffee flavor. Very intense in flavor, missing out on balance.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The wine is named after a courtesan who received the quinta in Estremoz from King João V. But it is anything but flighty. The blend, which includes Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, gives hugely dense fruit, with pleasurable freshness over the black jam and herbal flavors. The balance is there in the fresh, refreshing aftertaste.
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