A powerful wine that retains intense structure, dark tannins and a dry core. It has a very mineral, almost stony texture from its mountain location. Well worth aging for 3–4 years.——R.V.(8/1/2011)—— 91

Cool and tight, this is a firmly tannic wine, showing its mineral, primal rock character. The structure is dry, solid, the fruit a layer of cranberry and black fig among all this firmness. It should age, but is ready now.——R.V.(12/15/2009)—— 92

This is in the range of winemaker’s selection wines from Companhia das Quintas. It has structure and a layer of black plum and ripe dried fruits to go with the spice and perfumes. It all hangs so well together, a medley of fruits, dry tannins and fresh acidity. ——R.V.(11/1/2008)—— 91