2008 CARM Quinta do Coa Tinto (Douro)
Secondary Description
Quite small production of organically grown fruit gives this its head start in life. The classic Port grapes of Tinta Roriz and the Tourigas give it plummy fruit and richness, while the skilled winemaking endows it with elegance. The whole is full of class and energy, and it’s amazing value.
(ZA 28/07/11)
Producer
Origin
Douro, Portugal, PORTUGAL
Colour
red
Wine Style
dry
Dominant Grape
Tempranillo
Farming Style
organic
Closure Style
cork
Maturity
old
Bottle size
75cl
Case Quantity
6
Score
88 points, Mark Squires, erobertparker.com, Feb 2011
This product is delisted and unavailable for sale.
Media Reviews
Mark Squires
The 2008 TINTO (QUINTA DO COA) is a Douro blend of the familiar big three—Tinta Roriz, Touriga Nacional and Touriga Franca. Earthy, with certain hint of bitter chocolate on the end, this becomes pure and crisp, with considerable power on the end and a sunny demeanor. Although it does not have a lot of mid-palate concentration, it is rather powerfully constructed for the price range and often seems quite serious. When it finally flattens out and thins after aeration, it still has power and perhaps a touch of nail polish. Drink now-2018. 88 points