Grape Variety: Castelao (70%) & Touriga Nacional (30%)
Country of Origin: Portugal
Region of Origin: Jose Maria da Fonesca
Vintage: 2020
Price: $11.99
I had this wine with my friend, this wine was unopened. I was really interested to try this wine for a few reasons:
1) It was a blend of grapes I had not heard of before
2) I have yet to have a wine from Portugal.
Wine Folly (Castelao Page 92): According to Wine Folly, grapes of this variety have flavors of black currant, plum, strawberry, dried meat, and mocha.
Wine Folly (Touriga Nacional Page 178): According to Wine Folly, grapes of this variety have flavors of violet, blueberry, plum, mint, and wet slate.
Personally, I really enjoyed this wine. It smelled instantly of cinnamon/nutmeg, cherries, and roses. It burned the nose a bit but was softened by the floral notes. When tasting this wine, I was instantly hit with notes of plum and black currant. It had a decent chew and it was very enjoyable.
Critic Review:
"...Opens with an attractive aroma of ripe dark berries plus touches of spice, cola, and licorice. In the mouth it features more ripe dark berry fruit and continued nice touches of spice."
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