TN: 2012 Quinta da Manoella vinhas velhas (Wine & Soul) Douro red

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Rune EG
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TN: 2012 Quinta da Manoella vinhas velhas (Wine & Soul) Douro red

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Decanted 3 hrs. Dark purple colour. Pleasant deep aroma of dark red berries, oak and some minerals. Medium to full body. Taste is full of berries, slightly dry, touch of oak. Acidity at a nice level. Medium length aftertaste. A few points down from previous vintages. 90 pts.
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I've not had the 2012, but the 2011 was rocking good. Then again 2012 wasn't as good a vintage.
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2012 was a fresher year
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I agree regarding 2012.
Not too keen on the 2012 Douro red vintage.
Will revert with more comments later
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