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Quinta do Vallado Douro Vinho Tintotext
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15¾/20

Quinta do Vallado Douro Vinho Tinto 1999

Douro Valley, Northern Portugal, PortugalSomewhat reduced nose with earthy, licorice root, black cherry and pepper aromas with a bit of game in the background. Medium bodied with soft tannins. Peppery, cedar, earthy, flavours predominate with some cherry and licorice. Drinkable now but will benefit from a year or so to round out the dry finish.Tasted: 01 December 1999Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:
BC$19.90750mlSpecialty
Producer: Lemos & Van ZellerDistributors: Seacove Premium Wines and Spirits
Blend: Tinta Roriz - Tinta Amarela - Touriga Nacional - Touriga Franca