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17¼/20
Luis Seabra Vinhos Xisto Cru Branco 2018
Douro Valley, Northern Portugal, PortugalFrom sustainably farmed Douro Superior vineyards planted from 1920-1933 on mica schists at 650-700m, this is a blend of 70 percent Rabigato, balanced out with Codega, Gouveio, Viosinho, and Dozelino Branco. According to Seabra, Rabigato is a fairly neutral grape, so is a natural terroir-transmitter. There is no MLF or battonage to blur the story here. Minerality rings from the start, with flinty broken stones, a touch of light smoked stone, meadow herbs, subtle dried quince, light anise and a pad of earthy lees to a flake salt and flint finish. Fantastic structure, finesse, and nonchalance, this is a joy to drink now and in future. Fantastic vintage (and one of Seabra's faves of recent years).Tasted: 11 August 2021Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:| ON | $55.95 | 750ml | consignment |
| BC | $58.00 | 750ml | private wine shops |
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Blend: Rabigato - Codega - Gouveio - Viosinho Dozelino BrancoUPC: 5600790052026
