In wine and dating, first impressions can be misleading. My first impression of this Portuguese blend was that it showed good aromatic intensity and depth.
Tag: Douro
Budget Wine Review: Mural Reserva Red Wine Douro 2011
The land best known for its Port makes red wine as rugged as the slopes on which their vineyards sit. They typically deliver big flavors
Quinto do Crasto Douro Superieur Red 2012
If you like good wine at good prices (who doesn’t?) and you’re not drinking Portuguese still wines, you’re missing out. The reds, especially from the
Budget Wine: Vale Do Bomfim Red Blend Douro, Portugal 2013
In the budget wine category, Portugal is producing some of the best value on the market. This is one example. Rich, ripe blackberry with fresh
Wine Review: Weise and Krohn Valtorto 2011 Red Blend Douro
I’m fascinated by the capacity of wine to evoke ideas and images. It is not true of every wine, but some have sufficient personality and
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 