Tasting Notes of Wines around the World
The colour is medium purple. On the nose black cherries mixed with some tea. In the mouth light, with smooth but well present tannins and a pleasant acidity. Fairly long finish. Not really to my taste, but an enjoyable, easy to drink wine that delivers good value.
Fabelhaft is a very successful story. Continue reading “Fabelhaft 2018”
On the nose mocha, leather, anise and other spices, with some balsamic notes. In the mouth velvety and balanced, although a bit warm due to the high alcohol content. The aftertaste is fruity, sweet and seductive.
Quinta do Noval, whose name first appeared in land registers in the year 1715, is one of the most prestigious names in Porto. Continue reading “Quinta do Noval Port Vintage 2003”
On the nose strong balsamic notes. Caramel and prunes are clearly detectable. It reminds me of a brandy. In the mouth velvety texture. Very smooth and balanced sensation. Long lingering finish.
Judging from this wine, Taylor (founded in 1692 in Vila Nova de Gaia) is considered among the best Houses of Port for a good reason. Continue reading “Taylor Fladgate 30 Year Old Tawny Port”