Deep purple in color; black cherries, blackberries, and pepper with hints of baking spices on the nose; medium acidity, medium minus tannins; tastes like cherries, blackberries, and graphite with a long finish. Nellie says it's good and well balanced. I think it's a good cab and I'd be happy to drink it again. — 3 months ago
Pretty good. Fairly fruity — 9 months ago
Prova wine bar in Porto — a year ago
Incredible. — 4 months ago
Delicious blend 65% Saperavi 20% Rarā Neagrā 15% Bastardo. “Celebrating the free spirit. A courageous blend produced from three indigenous grape varieties native to Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia. A tribute to the people of these three countries that do not take their freedom for granted” cheers! — 8 months ago
I was not that familiar with this varietal and so thought I would wiki for all interested: “Trousseau or Trousseau Noir, also known as Bastardo and Merenzao, is an old variety of red wine grape originating in eastern France. It is grown in small amounts in many parts of Western Europe; the largest plantations are today found in Portugal, where most famously it is used in port wine. It makes deep cherry red wines with high alcohol and high, sour candy acidity, and flavours of red berry fruits, often complemented - depending on production - by a jerky nose and an organic, mossy minerality.” ABV 13% — 3 months ago
Absolutely delicious Mencía-based blend. It had a great mix of fruity and earthy, combining notes of plum, cherry, and boysenberry with notes of black tea, coffee, and herbs. Checked all the boxes for a beautiful weeknight bottle that would pair well with many different dishes. Blend of Mencía, Bastardo, and Garnacha Tintorera. 5/15/23. — 9 months ago
Lee Pitofsky
Bastardo! The rarest of the Madeira grapes! — 17 days ago