Dry red wines from the Douro region, famous for its sweet Port wines, continue to raise eyebrows. They are some of the finest red wines in the world, they age exceptionally well and in general prices are well behind the quality curve. This beauty from Vallado is an excellent example. A blend of Touriga Nacional (the money grape of the Port region), Touriga Franca and Sousao, this inky, massive red is built for the long haul, showing impressive depth and powerful structure with aromas blackberry and cassis and a generous touch of wood spice. Added bonus: The vineyard sources are 100 percent organic.
Vallado, Douro DOC (Portugal) 2017
By Robert Whitley