Quinta Dona Mafalda – Vinhas Velhas 2013 – Douro

The nose is fruity, aromatic, quite elegant and finely powerful. It reveals notes of blackberry, cassis bud and blueberry associated with hints of plum, black cherries as well as a discreet hint of grove, tea, dried flowers and a very discreet hint of pepper. The palate is fruity, fine, silky, elegant, well balanced and offers a beautiful harmony, minerality, fat, tension and a certain concentration. On the palate this wine expression notes of blackberry, plum and fine notes of blueberry cream associated with a hint of black cherry, minerality as well as discreet hints of wood, flowers and a discreet touch of spices /chocolate. Tannins are fine and well-built. An “easy-drinking” wine. Good length.