Portugal
It’s not that long since Portugal was a host of unpronounceable names and astringent reds with little more than domestic appeal dotted with the occasional drinkable Dão or the like. Today, it’s a much healthier story especially with up-coming regions like the Alentejo or where Douro vineyards are turning their attention to table wines rather than the Port trade.
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2017 SINO DA ROMANEIRA Quinta da Romaneira
Douro Portugal 13.5% Red
Tinta de Toro, Tinta Roriz, Tinto Cão, Touriga Nacional.
The 'Sino' named after the ancient bell that hangs over the gate at the entrance to the Quinta - is a great introduction to the wines of this historic estate. Fragrant and supple it has notes of cherry, plum and a certai...(read more)
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QUINTA DA ROMANEIRA 10 Year Old Tawny
Tawny Port Port Portugal 19.5% Red
Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca, Tinta Barroca, Touriga Nacional.
Beautiful light brick red colour and a pleasingly delicate shape. Lovely spicy, intense character, cherry and warm strawberries mingle with herbs and dark cherry notes. Light on its feet, but not shy in any way – lovely,...(read more)
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2017 QUINTA DA ROMANEIRA Reserva
Douro Portugal 13.5% Red
Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional.
Lovely concentration, quite tightly wound, dark fruit core, bramble, dark cherry, then floral notes too of roses, violets with good freshness. The palate is beautifully delivered, concentrated black fruit, meaty and neat...(read more)
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EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL Quinta da Romaneira
Douro Portugal
. Half-litres
Lovely rich, unctuous olive oil from the Douro valley.
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