2003 Óbidos DOC Quinta de S. Francisco, Estremadura, Portugal

Prominent oaky notes on the nose, red berries, some stalky notes related to the production method, a hint of dark chocolate in the background. Vegetal notes in the mouth, slightly sweet polished red berry and cherry fruit is supported by oak, has some delicate dried prune notes, sour cherries and spiy notes, fine, polished and integrated tannins, accessible in spite of the prominent oak, good finish with light sweetish and fruity notes. Modern style, very clean and well amde.

Best to drink: Bis 2008+. What our ratings mean