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The Winter 2014 Series Part 2 - Large and In Charge
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Lot 143
Estimate: $180
Lightly torn capsule, nicked and heavily scuffed label.
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"Big and as hard as nails. Loads of raspberry and fruit aromas . . . . Full-bodied and sweet, with an iron backbone of acidity. Long finish. Still needs time. [Dow vertical]."
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"Big and as hard as nails. Loads of raspberry and fruit aromas . . . . Full-bodied and sweet, with an iron backbone of acidity. Long finish. Still needs time. [Dow vertical]."
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Best known for fortified Port from the Douro Valley, Portugal also produces distinctive dry reds from native grapes such as Touriga Nacional. Its dramatic terraced vineyards and blending traditions give the wines a singular identity.
One of the world's oldest demarcated wine regions, famed for fortified Port and, increasingly, powerful dry reds. Its terraced schist vineyards and native grapes yield wines of concentration and character.
Covers powerful dry reds and fortified Port from native varieties grown on the valley's terraced schist slopes.