Monday, December 7, 2015

2008 Fonseca Late Bottled Vintage Port 750 mL

2008 Fonseca Late Bottled Vintage Port 750 mL

2008 Fonseca Late Bottled Vintage "Unfiltered" PortSKU #119035193 points Decanter  Open, opulent wild mint and berry fruit nose. Rich, succulent summer fruit on the palate: plums and cherries, backed by firm, stony tannins with a touch of black pepper. Bottled with a stopper cork. For drinking now and over the next two years. Drink 2014-2017.   (12/2014) 93 points Wine Spectator  Focused and pure-tasting, with concentrated flavors of red plum, crushed raspberry and violet that are broad, rich and plush. Well-sculpted, offering a finish that bursts with dark chocolate and spice notes. Drink now through 2030.   (2/2014) 92 points Wine & Spirits  Deep and succulent, this feels modern in its plush textures and luscious ripe berry flavors. Rather than finishing sweet, it feels saturated and rich, ready to enjoy with savory desserts.   (12/2014)



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Thursday, December 3, 2015

2012 Vicente Gandia Boabrisa Joven, Portugal 750ml

2012 Vicente Gandia Boabrisa Joven, Portugal 750ml



  • Boabrisa is in the Alentejo region of Portugal. The brand is part of the Vicente Gandia portfolio of Spanish and select other wines. Vicente Gandia is a large and legendary producer with a portfolio of wines mostly from throughout Spain. Vicente Gandia was founded in Valencia in 1885 as a wine exporter and by the early 20th century was exporting throughout Europe. The company is today owned and managed by the fourth generation of the family that founded it. Vicente Gandia makes wine in 10 appellations in Spain, as well as select locations in Portugal, France, Italy and South Africa. Starting with flavors of plum and black currants, nuances of raspberry, vanilla and black pepper...the finish is round and full with gentle tannins contributing to the lengthy finish.