Churchill's Churchill Estates Douro 2005

$19.99 -- 90 points Wine Spectator

Purchase Churchill's Churchill Estates Douro 2005

Made from the traditional Port grapes: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Francesa, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, and Tinta Cao. This Douro is rich and delicious.

“Shows aromas and flavors of crushed red fruit, meat and spice. Polished, with silky tannins and a luscious vein of dark chocolate and Mocha Java. The long finish carries the fruit and spice. Drink now through 2012.” - Wine Spectator

Cheese Pairings: Roquefort, Gorgonzola, Stilton

Food Pairings: Grilled Red Meats

Purchase Churchill's Churchill Estates Douro 2005

Vintage: 2005

Region: Oporto, Portugal

Lifespan: Drink through 2012

Grape: Blend

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