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Estimate: $1,200
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"Homage to Mario Barbeito. This was my favorite bottling of the entire tasting. Purchased by Mario Barbeito in the mid-1940âs on the North coast of the island and bottled in 1990, just five years after his passing. Medium-dark coffee color with a greenish-amber edge. The 1885 reveals a refined bouquet of smoky caramel, salty sea mist, lemon zest, grapefruit, torched sugar and marzipan delivering a full arsenal of attractive aromas. Itâs accessorized by an incredibly sexy texture that was so light, I thought I had mixed up my glass with an amazing Terrantez; and as silky smooth as it was, the flavor profile was so hedonistic, I couldnât help but sit back and smile while slowly sipping my pour of this complex beauty until it was drained. Dry and focused flavors of citrusy lime was met with gently roasted espresso, mocha and hazelnuts bolstered by lip smacking and sharp acidity which provided extraordinary balance. The enduring aftertaste was nothing short of profound and it took several swallows to fully capture the sheer intensity of this voluptuous Verdelho. Iâve had this Barbeito twice before and have never wound up this enchanted. Are there any bottles of left?"
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"Homage to Mario Barbeito. This was my favorite bottling of the entire tasting. Purchased by Mario Barbeito in the mid-1940âs on the North coast of the island and bottled in 1990, just five years after his passing. Medium-dark coffee color with a greenish-amber edge. The 1885 reveals a refined bouquet of smoky caramel, salty sea mist, lemon zest, grapefruit, torched sugar and marzipan delivering a full arsenal of attractive aromas. Itâs accessorized by an incredibly sexy texture that was so light, I thought I had mixed up my glass with an amazing Terrantez; and as silky smooth as it was, the flavor profile was so hedonistic, I couldnât help but sit back and smile while slowly sipping my pour of this complex beauty until it was drained. Dry and focused flavors of citrusy lime was met with gently roasted espresso, mocha and hazelnuts bolstered by lip smacking and sharp acidity which provided extraordinary balance. The enduring aftertaste was nothing short of profound and it took several swallows to fully capture the sheer intensity of this voluptuous Verdelho. Iâve had this Barbeito twice before and have never wound up this enchanted. Are there any bottles of left?"
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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.