Mint and eucalyptus aromas set the scene for a wine that is polished and sophisticated. It has firm tannins and balanced acidity that are well integrated into the flavors of berry fruit and wood. The wine is impressive, likely to age for 2–3 years or more.
— R.V.
(6/1/2012)
A serious, dense wine that impresses with its elegant structure and rich fruit. The wine has an austere mineral feel that contrasts with its black-currant flavors, and its ripe, juicy character.
— R.V.
(6/1/2012)
A single-vineyard wine made from selected grapes. The wine is impressively structured and darkly tannic. While it’s built for aging, it is drinkable now for its red plum and black currant flavors, as well as its juicy aftertaste.
— R.V.
(6/1/2012)
This is a serious, complex wine, from the Casal Branco estate. It has aromas of wood, spice, toast and white fruits. The palate is packed with intense, dense fruit, shot through with fresh acidity and wood. Ageworthy, it should mature for 5 years or more. Imported by Tri-Vin Imports.
— R.V.
(11/15/2005)
The estate wine from Casal Branco is impressive and structured, with dried berry fruits, dark, dry tannins and a solid structure. The acidity is very present, helping to keep the wine fresh, but the complex dark flavors and spice are certainly there to allow the wine to age over the next 3–4 years.
— R.V.
(4/1/2008)
An impressive wine that is packed with notes of rich fruit, toast and vanilla. It has weight to its apple, peach and intense spice flavors. The style is like a ripe Chardonnay, just with extra acidity. Ready to drink, but could age for another year.
— R.V.
(6/1/2012)
Finely structured, this full-bodied wine is packed with black-fruit and plum flavors, with intense notes of spice and toast. With its solid foundation of powerful tannins, this is a wine for aging over 3–4 years.
— R.V.
(6/1/2012)