Companhia Das Quintas Tinto (Quinta Da Farizoa)

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The 2003 Tinto (Quinta da Farizoa) is a blend of Trincadeira, Alfrocheiro and Aragonez. The initial impression is of oak, but the fruit asserts itself quickly, and eventually you hardly even notice the oak. The wine is lively, and has tannins around the edges. It is another good value in this lineup of wines (other than the Pancas special Cabernets) that generally deliver for the buck. This was not, however, really to my taste, as it had a sweet ‘n’ sour nuance to which I did not fully acclimate. There is good fruit here, but the longer it was open, the less I liked it. Still, if you gravitate to its flavor profile, call it a sweet ‘n’ sour plum-cherry-rhubarb, you will find a nicely structured wine that delivers for the money. Drink now-2102. Founded in 1999 and formally registered as “Sociedade Agricola da Quinta do Romeira de Cima,” this company trades under the umbrella name Companhia das Quintas (literally, “the Estates Company”), signifying its acquisition and ownership of six Quintas in various regions, the latest acquisition being Quinta de Pancas. As the formal name implies, they are headquartered at Quinta do Romeira, an estate with roots going back to the early 17th century.Importer for Cado: Signature Imports, Mansfield, MA; tel: (800) 667-0750. Importer for Prova Regia and Morgado Sta. Catherina: Aidil Wines & Liquors, a division of Olde World Imports, Inc., Rahway, NJ.; tel. (973) 642-0044. Importer for all other wines: Admiral Wine Imports, Irvington, NJ; tel. (973) 857-2100