Casa de Vila Nova Red Douro 2018
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of raspberry, plum, and mineral with supporting notes of dried violet and hibiscus flower. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of boysenberry jam, red currant, and hints of rhubarb. The finish is long and lingering with ripe tannins. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with a opulent texture. Made with a blend of 40% Touriga Nacional, 40% Tinta Roriz, and 40% Touriga Franca. $11.99 – 3.5 Stars – 89 points
Vila Nova Vinho Verde 2020
Brilliant, light pale straw color. The nose is moderately intense, offering scents of citrus zest and kumquat with supporting notes of honeysuckle, kiwi, and spring flowers. The palate confirms the nose delivering a tropical fruits-driven core with flavors of passion fruit, lychee, and slate. The finish is crisp. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. $11.99 – 3.5 Stars – 89 points
Casa Relvas Art. Terra Amphora Alentejano 2020
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of red currant and blackberry with supporting notes of forest floor, eucalyptus, black tea, and cedar. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of black cherry, cassis, and earth. The finish is long and lingering with silky tannins. Full-bodied and nicely balanced with a supple texture. Made with a blend of 50% Aragonez, 40% Trincadeira, and 10% Moreto. $22.99 – 4 Stars – 91 points
Casa Relvas Herdade De Sao Miguel Rosé Alentejano 2020
Brilliant, pale coral color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of raspberry and slate with supporting notes of kumquat and subtle hints of pear skin. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of passion fruit, hibiscus flower, and mineral. The finish is crisp. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. Made with a blend of 50% Touriga Nacional, 30% Syrah, and 40% Aragonez. $14.99 – 3.5 Stars – 89 points
Vale do Bomfim Red Blend Douro 2016
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of black tea and blackberry with supporting notes of black pepper, earth, and oak. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black plum and dry earth accents. The finish is dry with firm tannins. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture due to a generous dose of acdity. Made with 30% Touriga Franca, 20% Touriga Nacional, and 50% "field blend." $13 – 3 Stars – 86 points
Qunita do Vesuvio Pombal do Vesuvio Douro 2015
Brilliant, deep garnet color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black currant and black cherry with supporting notes of black tea, forest floor, and oak. The palate echoes the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black fruits and baking spices. The finish is long and lingering with chewy tannins. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a opulent texture and vibrant acidity. Made with a blend of 50% Touriga Nacional, 45% Touriga Franca, and 5% Tinta Amarela. $28 – 4 Stars – 90 points
Bacana Red Sangria Portugal NV
Brilliant, medium ruby color with a medium bead of bubbles. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of raspberry and citrus zest with supporting notes of hibiscus flower and lime. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of wild berries. The finish is long and lingering with a hint of cranberry and lime. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture and soft sweet and tart fruits. Made from Aragonez, Castelão, Touriga Nacional and Alfrocheiro varietals with citrus. $14.99 – 4 Stars – 90 points
Bacana White Sangria Portugal NV
Brilliant, light pale straw color with a medium bead of bubbles. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of tropical fruit and spring flowers with supporting notes of citrus zest, green melon, and honeysuckle. The palate confirms the nose delivering a tropical fruits-driven core with flavors of pineapple and passion fruit. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a juicy texture. Made from Arinto and Fernão Pires varietals with tropical fruits, citrus, and mint. $14.99 – 3.5 Stars – 87 points
Dow's Late Bottled Vintage Oporto 2012
Brilliant, dark ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black cherry and slate with supporting notes of cassis, five spice, violet, and cocoa. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black fruits and sweet, toasted oak. The finish is long and lingering with silky tannins. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a opulent texture. This port is made from grapes grown in tow of the region's best vineyards: Quinta do Bomfirm and Quinta da Senhora. It's the prefect after dinner drink. $24 – 4.5 Stars – 96 points
Croft Vintage Port Oporto 2016
Brilliant, intense ruby/purple color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of wild berries, and violet with supporting notes of black currant, and boysenberry. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of strawberry. The finish is long and lingering with chewy tannins. Full-bodied and nicely balanced with a supple texture. $TBD – 4 Stars – 92 points
