2000 Taylor Vargellas Vinha Vehla

This rare wine represents the quintessence of one of world`s great vineyards, Quinta de Vargellas in the Douro Valley. Produced from the cream of the Quinta's crop from the great 2000 vintage, this is inky coloured with almost over whelming liquorice, black fruit and spice aromas. Massively concentrated, powerful and rich with incredible depth.

Very deep purple. Bonfires, fireworks and drama. Big and bold and very modern. Lots there, masses of fripe bold fruit then great whack of both acidity and tannins. This wine is somehow American in its open appeal. Not subtle or devious. Slightly pinched on the finish.
(Jancis Robinson MW - jancisrobinson.com – October 2004)