Wine Label:
 |
The reds from Douro River valley of Portugal are gaining a lot of respect, not only from the critics, but from the consumers who purchase them, as well. The wines from the Douro are unique and offer tremendous value. One of the best examples is the 2008 Quinta do Vale Meao "Meandro".
This super Douro red was rated 92 points by the Wine Spectator, their highest rating for a Portuguese red under $25 in 2011, 90 points from the Wine Advocate, and it carries a 90.4 average review on CellarTracker. 2008 Quinta do Vale Meao "Meandro" is made a blend of several traditional Portuguese grapes from the Douro, including Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, and Tinta Roriz.
The 2008 Quinta do Vale Meao "Meandro" packs a lot of punch for a $20 wine! This is a great steak wine or just a hearty red wine for a cold winter evening. At just $19.99 with $1 per bottle shipping on six or more, it's a steal of a deal! Reviews Mark Squires Wine Advocate 90 Points
Principally a big three blend of Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz and Touriga Franca, with 5% each dollops of Tinta Amarela, Sousao and Tinto Cao to fill out the blend. This may be a good example of how many ’08s will show in many respects. It is tight and crisp, a little compact, but structured well enough that you could assume its price category was double what it is. It is a bit hard and austere at this point, very much unlike the sexier ’07 Meandro. With hints of game and some crispness, it should evolve well and into something that has some complexity. It is approachable, but it needs some patience to show its best. Once it settles down, it should be quite lovely. It does have some upside potential and may yet prove to have something more with cellaring. In most any vintage now, you can’t go wrong buying this second wine from this estate in the Douro Superior—it has become one of the go-to values in the Douro and in the best vintages it is a formidable wine in its own right, ageworthy and inexpensive. Drink 2012-2022.
Wine Spectator 92 Points
This concentrated red shows restrained power to its flavors of roasted red plum, dark cherry and blackberry. Broad and rich on the finish, with plenty of savory spice and chocolate notes. Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Sousão, Tinta Amarela and Tinta Cão. Drink now through 2018. 14,000 cases made.–KM |
