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Quinta do Crasto Douro Vinho Tinto Reserva Old Vinestext
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16¾/20

Quinta do Crasto Douro Vinho Tinto Reserva Old Vines 2008

Douro Superior, Douro Valley, Northern Portugal, PortugalSpicy, vanilla, savoury, floral, black cherry, black plum jam, liquorice, meaty, tobacco, peppery aromas. Dry, fresh, round and juicy palate with supple tannins and a touch of warmth. Clove, vanilla, peppery, black cherry jam, black berry, smoky, rooty, meaty, savoury coffee flavours. The finish is warm and fruity with a bit of chocolate and black olive. Very good fruit to keep this aging well for the next 3-6 years.Tasted: 10 May 2011Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:
BC$43.00750mlspecialty listing
Producer: Quinta do Crasto (Sociedade Agricola da)Distributors: Dandurand
Blend: Douro Mixed VinesCSPC: 489211UPC: 5604123001569