Purchased a case of six in Denmark autumn 2011, and tested one bottle January 2012. Posted tasting note stating “should be cellared for some time” and “”it will benefit with a few more years untouched”. Now, nearly 3.5 years later it was time to try another bottle.
Decanted 3.5 hrs. Dark purple red colour with a light rim. Lovely fruity aroma with touch of tobacco, wood and minerals. Full body.
A “big” red wine that can be described as smooth / elegant / powerful / rich. Taste is fruity with clear dryness including wood and minerals. Well structured. Medium to long aftertaste. 94 pts.
TN: 2009 C.V. Curriculum Vitae (van Zeller) Douro Red
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Re: TN: 2009 C.V. Curriculum Vitae (van Zeller) Douro Red
Great to hear this. I wasn't convinced that this wine would come around. Very glad to hear the it showed well. ![[cheers.gif]](./images/smilies/cheers.gif "Toast")