Quinta do Cabril – Grande Reserva 2017 – Douro

The nose is elegant and quite aromatic. It reveals notes of crushed redcurrant, Gariguette strawberry and small notes of blueberry / blue berries associated with fine touches of lilac, Boysenberry, vanilla, a hint of nutmeg, caramelization, almond as well as a discreet hint of eucalyptus and spices. The palate is fruity, well-balanced, very discreetly tight and offers a juicy / mineral frame, gourmandize, a fine tension as well as a small linear side. On the palate this wine expresses notes of Gariguette strawberry, Boysenberry and small notes of blueberry associated with a touch of cassis, cornflowers, fleshy redcurrants as well as a subtle hint of vanilla, woody and nutmeg. Tannins are structuring and offer straightness.