Tasting note

This is a very different wine and a very different style than the blockbuster 2009....Yet, as I sat with this, it seemed remarkably graceful, balanced and persistent. If it is not the biggest or deepest ?noting that it still adds about 2 layers of depth to the Casal Loivos bottling?it is still pretty fine. As it aired out, it seemed rather fresh and it developed a more complex flavor medley as well, with a hint of herbs. Its harmony and balance may serve it in good stead and it lacks little. I left a few ounces in a glass for two hours. It was better when I came back. It should be approachable young, but it will age pretty well, too. This is a nice success in the vintage and a good example of how this vintage will work when it does?not a lot of the obvious, but good balance and very pleasing drinking. Drink 2015-2025. Score - 93. (Mark Squires, erobertparker.com, Dec. 2012)