15 year wedding anniversary — 3 years ago
Very smooth. Tart with a hint of apples. On the dry side. No oak or wood flavor. Easy to drink. — 7 years ago
Lovely wine as an aperitif and accompaniment to roasted chicken with leeks and fennel. Lovely nose, sparkling minerality, fruit and a clean finish. Great recommendation from Kevin ($19). — 2 years ago
2019 version. Lovely gavi, nice and mineral and not too fruity. Eminently quaffable. — 4 years ago
Leathery, smooth, dry deliciousness — 8 years ago
Blend of multiple indigenous varieties (Donzelinho, T. Francisca, Alvarelhão, Sousão, etc.) from old vines in Vila Nova de Foz Côa in Douro Superior (Upper Douro), not far from the Spanish-Portuguese border (La Raia, an area known for its smuggling past. Hence the name). Aged in used oak barrels for 15 months. Intense nose with aromas of dark fruit, prunes, chocolate and some spices. Powerful, full-bodied. Despite the 15% alcohol it feels quite fresh. Elegant. Polished tannins. Great at almost 10 years — 3 years ago
Very smooth but fragrant. — 6 years ago
Zach Markovits
Full bodied and a little tang of effervescence — 10 months ago