New
Douro 2004 tasting
The wines
of
Poeira
Quinta da Terra Feita de Cima, 5060-283 Provesende,
Sabrosa, Portugal
Tel: +351 939 506 699
E-mail: poeira@poeira.pt
In
just a short time, Jorge Moreira (pictured) has established a
reputation for himself as one of the Douro’s leading young
winemakers. His vineyards are predominantly north facing, and in
his winemaking he aims at wines that are fresh, balanced and with
good acidity. 2001 was the inaugural vintage here. Just one wine
is made, and in 2004 some 14 000 bottles were produced.
Of
the 2004 vintage generally, Jorge says, ‘it has lots of
concentration but also lots of freshness too’, and he describes
it as his favourite Douro vintage since 1996.
Poeira
2001
Smooth, fresh, dark fruits nose is beautifully perfumed,
focused and tight, with some spiciness. The palate is
concentrated, smooth and elegant showing red fruits, fresh
structure and good acidity. Lots of structure and concentration,
yet still fresh. A brilliant effort that reminds me of the 2001 in
style, but with perhaps a bit more staying power. Excellent 95/100
See
also: Earlier report on Poeira
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Wines tasted 05 and 07/06
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