Adega Marel 

Adega Marel & Raúl Moreno-Yague 2021

Granja-Amareleja. Talha-fermented blend of Rabo de Ovelha (Sheep’s tail), old vine Antão Vaz and Roupeiro, matured four months in 100-year-old, 800-liter, Amontillado (Sherry) Chestnut Barrels. Intriguing fresh floral aromas dressed in a sweet atmospheric lift from sherry barrels. A very interesting wine. Rounded and sweetly fruited, grapey, juicy, and viscous, with fruit sweetness beautifully balanced by acidity. A classy, new wine style with nice length. Given airing it develops fresh celery leaf, flower stem aromas, becoming fuller bodied, but not at all heavy. Lots of fresh, juicy fruits well up after swallowing. 90