QuintadoValladoDouroRed2021

<p>Vallado Douro Red,Quinta doVallado, Douro, Portugal,2021 Grapes: Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Sousão and old vineyards (field blend) with70% aged or 16 months in stainless steel tanks and 30% aged in 225 litre used French Oak barrels (3rd and 4th use).Rich, damson flavours, with a great structure. A modern take on a classic blend of Portuguese grapes, it is a rich, brambly wine.Critics’ Tasting Notes:”This ripe and juicy wine is a fine spicy blend. It has acidity and firm tannins that promise aging. The vivid black fruits need some calming. Drink this fine wine from 2025.”92/100 points, WINE ENTHUSIAST, November 2023″Deep purplish crimson. Extremely savoury, intriguing nose with floral notes and a claret-like build with great balance between fruit, acidity and quite a bit of ripe tannin. Tastes as though there is still lots to come. Dry finish but no shortage of interesting fruit. Real integrity here.”17/20 points, Jancis Robinson, JancisRobinson.com, April 2024Food Match: Venison, dried hams, or mature cheeses are perfect partnersVallado Douro Red,Quinta do Vallado, Douro, Portugal 2021</p>