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Not yet reviewed; Wine Advocate on the 2008 vintage: "The 2008 Tinto 'Mariana,' is fancifully named after an historical figure from the 17th century Spanish-Portuguese war. It is a blend of Aragonez, Trincadeira, Alfrocheiro and Alicante Bouschet. It is quite tasty and while on the lighter side, not at all thin... after opening flat and unassuming, it improved considerably with 30 minutes of air, developing a juicy and flavorful red fruit nuance and showing some ripe tannins. It was quite seductive and sexy... Drink now-2016."
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$14.95
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Producer notes: "From the Baga grape planted in chalky-clay soils from vines with an average age of forty years. Vinified in stainless steel vats for ten days, it was matured in used casks (650 litres of capacity) for fifteen months. To be dished up with gamey meats as well as other red meat dishes. It will last more than fifteen years."
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$9.95
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Marquês de Montemor is a tiny winery located in the province of Alentejo in south-central Portugal. Alentejo is the warmest wine region in Portugal. To preserve the fresh, fruity aromas and flavors, the wine was produced, fermented then aged for 6 months in stainless steel tank. Named after the ruler of the original lands in this area, Marquês de Montemor is made from 40% Aragonês (Tempranillo), 30% Touriga Nacional and 30% Trincadeira. The resulting wine is a fruity, juicy, earthy, balanced little red. Medium bodied with an intense purple color, good ripe, earthy dark berry notes and easy going finish, it is a versatile wine suited for any occasion.
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$15.95
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88 points Wine Spectator: "Juicy and crisp, with concentrated wild plum, boysenberry and smoked meat flavors. Medium-grained tannins bolster this midpalate, carrying into the finish. Drink now. (2/29/12)"
87 points Mark Squires (Wine Advocate): "The 2009 Prazo de Roriz is principally Tinta Barroca (36%) and Tinta Roriz (31%) with 10% Tinta Francisca, 9% each of Touriga Franca and Touriga Nacional and a smattering of other grapes. Despite the name of the wines, some of the grapes also come from Perdiz, not just Roriz. This year’s version is ripe and meaty, not particularly concentrated, but nicely textured and well balanced. I’m not sure I’m as impressed by this as the last two vintages, but it still drinks well and may yet improve -- something I’ve seen before from this subtle but persistent bottling--and it is tasty. Drink now-2017.
Quinta de Roriz has recently come under the ownership of Prats & Symington, which is what the 'P+S' on the label references. The Symingtons, of course, have been involved in this Quinta for many years, their winemaking team being long responsible for many of the Quinta’s wines. As part of their reorganization of vineyards and branding, the Prazo de Roriz, previously listed under Quinta de Roriz, is now part of the P&S stable and labeled as such. (Dec 2011)"
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Producer notes: "From indigenous Portugese grape varietals Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz and Alfrocheiro. Fermented in stainless steel, temperature controlled, followed by 12 months aging in French oak. Intense aroma and fine notes of ripe red fruit, nicely integrated tannins, with a long, appealing finish. Alcohol 13.0%."
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WS 87
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88 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$20 list] This entry-level wine from Quinta do Vallado includes purchased grapes in the blend. The latest vintage has stalky, chewy fruit, acidity, solid tannins. Spice and pepper liven up the simple red fruits. (Nov 2010)"
87 points Wine Spectator: "[$20 list] Bright and juicy, with flavors of dried raspberry, berry and smoke. Finishes with sanguine notes backed up by plenty of tannins. A touch rough-hewn. Drink now through 2015. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. (3/31/11)"
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