2012 Reserva Duas Quintas Douro

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jdaw1
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2012 Reserva Duas Quintas Douro

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Andy Velebil
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What did you think of this wine? I have generally really liked these but I've not had the 2012.
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Re: 2012 Reserva Duas Quintas Douro

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From Ramos Pinto. Deep red, opaque. Rich and full on the nose with ripe but balanced fruit and a lovely fragrance. The richness and perfumed qualities carry into the palate, where it also shows gentle tannins. This is a sweetly fruity wine with a lingering finish. Overall a little lacking in acidity to merit a top score, but a very enjoyable and easy to drink glass of wine. 86/100, which is where I scored the 1995 vintage when I had that last year.
Top Ports in 2024: Niepoort 1900 Colheita, b.1971. A near perfect Port.

2025: Quevedo 1972 Colheita, b.2024. Just as good as Niepoort 1900!
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