Casal do Conde 2011 Terras do Vale Colheita Seleccionada Merlot (Tejo)

Country: Portugal / Terras do Vale Colheita Seleccionada
Variety: Merlot Tejo
Winery: Casal do Conde /

Surprisingly tannic, this juicy wine shows intense structure and a smoky character from wood aging. It feels as though the tannins and extract have smothered the natural fruitiness of the wine. It will need time to come round, so wait until 2017.