SF | Deeper colour than some , lightly bronzed. The nose of poached ear and salted almonds had an almost Fino-like precision, vin jane even, a characteristic which is recalled on the palate too; hazelnuts , quince and ripe orchard fruit, all underscored by firm acidity and an impressive degree of concentration. Food friendly, and with plenty of room for further mileage, this wine successfully demonstrates the varietal's ageing potential. 91
AJ | Fulll pale gold. Quite rich, here, with lots of honeycomb and wax. Like a beekeeper's dream: very original and attractive. Very enticing too. Intense, driving, evolved fruit, with lots of apple and apricot lavished with the honey and wax on the aromas (though you notice those things less since the acidity is so forceful). A voluble and enjoyable mature wine.Drink Dates: 2024 - 2028. 89
RM | mid gold and showing its age on the nose, rich, buttery but now slightly hollow; similarly rich and savoury on the palate with some extractive character and acidity but falling away on the finish. Just past its best...Drink Dates: 2024 - 2025. 85
Details
| Wine expert | Simon Field Andrew Jefford Richard Mayson |
| Tastings year | 2024 |
| Region | Dão |
| Appellation | DOC |
| % Alcohol By Volume | 13.5 |
Magnum Carlos Lucas