In recent years interest in Portugal has soared. Not only has the country become a prime tourist destination, its wines are picking up a following.
Price key: $=less than $20 $$= $20-40 $$$=$40-60 $$$$=above $60
Quality key: * = decent wine ** = very good wine *** = superb wine ****= elite
VALUE = exceptional quality for the money
Casal da Coelheira Reserva, red blend, Tejo, '19 *** $$ VALUE
(Truly reserve quality, silky, deep, rich, elegant, Saturday night dinner)
Flor d'Penalva, red blend, Dão, '19 **1/2 **1/2 $ GREAT VALUE
(A young, light red, with graceful, easy drinking structure, flavorful)
Portal da Calçada, red blend, Douro DOC, '20 *** $ WINE OF THE WEEK
(Very dark, thick rich flavors, young tasting, but ready to drink)
All of these wines can be purchased at Kenilworth Wine and Spirits.
