2009 Quinta do Noval Douro DOC

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Alex Bridgeman
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2009 Quinta do Noval Douro DOC

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Purple edge. Sharp and aggressive nose with plenty of sour fruit. Fruit led entry, but with the fruit wrapped in a restraining cage of ripe tannins and soft acidity. Lovely floralness and elegance. The sharp acidity pounces on the aftertaste, then a long tannic burst before the lingering finish. Drinking well now but with very good cellar potential. 91/100. Drunk 16 September 2013.
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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