2005† Quinta do Crasto Touriga Nacional, Quinta do Crasto, Douro, 750 ml (96072)

Typ RÖDA VINER
Land Portugal
Region Douro
Producent Quinta do Crasto
Pris 428 kr
Senast ändrad 2013-03-26 08:03
Säljstart 2008-06-02
 
Betyg 50-100
Wine Spectator 94
Parker (WA) 91
Tanzer (IWC) -
Livets Goda (LG) -
Cellartracker -
 
Noteringar:
2008-05-30 17:20 WA: The 2005 TOURIGA NACIONAL is in most years one of the best single varietal reds that Portugal has to offer. This is a very elegant Touriga Nacional, with a relatively modest mid-palate, but delicious young fruit. There are hints of mint and licorice on the finish. Comparing this graceful version to the big and very ripe (perhaps a touch overripe?) 2003 is a study in contrasts. This is focused and precise, with some subtlety. Yet, however restrained it sometimes seems, the fruit is persistent and wonderfully flavorful. There is also power lurking underneath, and some drying tannins appear with air. This fine and flavorful Touriga Nacional was more and more enjoyable the longer it aired out. It could use some time to settle down, but it is surprisingly approachable at the moment, and far more open and expansive, if not quite as deep, than the ’04 was at a similar stage. There were 250 cases imported out of a total produced of 1,580. Drink 2009-2020. Importer: Broadbent Selections, San Francisco, Ca.; (415) 931-1725.
2008-05-30 17:21 WS: A vibrant expression of Touriga, with intense, well-sculpted flavors of red plum, kirsch, red cherry and mineral. The long finish features medium-grained tannins, with layers of cream, spice and chocolate. Tempting now. Best from 2009 through 2014. 100 cases imported. –KM