The primary, fresh and fruit-driven 2021 Manoella Tinto was produced with grapes from vines planted in 1970s and 1984 with four varieties but still mixed in the vineyard in Quinta de Manoella on rich soils. This is a cooler place because of the forest around it. Those grapes delivered a juicy and fruit-driven red with a moderate 13.5% alcohol. It has a primary and fruit-driven nose despite having been aged in (neutral) oak barrels for 16 months. It had a long maceration that extracted deep aromas and flavors of fruits of the forest and pungent flavors, but the tannins are very polished. A Douro with a fresher profile. (LG)

A stylish red, fresh and focused, with good concentration while remaining light on its feet. Features fine, taut tannins and lively acidity, which provide sleek definition for notes of crushed black raspberry and cracked pink peppercorn. Delivers a fragrant overtone of Mediterranean scrub and subtle, minerally iron tang on the finish. Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz and Tinta Francisca. Drink now through 2028. 5,000 cases made, 375 cases imported. (AN)

The vineyard, deep into the hillside above Pinhão, has produced a richly structured wine. It also has an open character, emphasizing fruit and light tannins. (RV)