Winery - Quinta de Ventozelo
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A bit of a disappointment from this winery, but the flavors here seem a touch overripe, with pruny notes intruding into the blackberries. Obvious American oak marks the nose with herbal, dill-like notes and the finish with dry, woody tannins and caramel flavors. Imported by Supreme Wines & Spirits.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This Douro red speaks clearly of its origins, blending anise and mineral notes with ripe fruit. Resin and spice notes add interest to the black cherry flavors, backed by just a hint of toasty oak. Structured and firm, this wine could use a bit more lushness and flesh, but nicely conveys its sense of place. Imported by Supreme Wines & Spirits.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Another winner from Quinta de Ventozelo, the 2001 Reserva features complex, Rhône-like scents of leather, game and spice alongside bold cherry flavors. Smooth and supple, with a long, piquant finish endowed with crisp acids and soft tannins. Imported by Supreme Wines & Spirits.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Not up to the level of the single-variety bottlings, but still a decent drink, this offering from Quinta de Ventezelo offers coffee and roasted marshmallows layered over some rather herbal cherry fruit. Green and astringent on the finish. Imported by Supreme Wines & Spirits.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A wine that shows firm, slightly vegetal characters initially, but then does open up to give ripe, but very dry, tannins and some intense power. The acidity is prominent at this stage in its evolution, so it should age well over 5–10 years.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Dense, dusty, structured, tannic, dry wine, that promises aging potential. It is definitely young, dark with plum skin fruits, power and richness, that go along with excellent acidity.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A raisin- and fresh fig-flavored wine, light and open. There’s a hint of cocoa, acidity and some citrus.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Fruit, acidity and some attractive tannins emerge on a wine that has freshness, red currant fruits, tasting on the lean side.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Six months’ aging has broadened the wine very well. Its primary citric and pear fruits have been rounded by a touch of toast, while there is a final, fresh acidity.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This wine starts off with distinctive and promising aromas of smoked and cured meats and tea leaves, but it falls off a bit on the palate, turning lean and cranberryish.
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