Abreu Thorevilos 2003 750mL (Soiled Label) Portugal this is pure perfection in

this is pure perfection in red wine

Opulent and mouth-coating

Thick but weightless in the mouth

This is a big but not massive vintage for the Rousseau Cham and I like the sense of proportion and particularly so on the harmonious

The growing season had plenty of challenges

Abreu Thorevilos 2003 750mL (Soiled Label) Portugal this is pure perfection in"Like the Madrona Ranch, the 2003 Thorevilos comes from the St. Helena AVA. Co owned with Ric Forman, this is one of the true first growth sites in all of California. The dense plum ruby purple color is followed by aromas of white acacia flowers, blueberry liqueur, creme de cassis and incense. The wine cuts a slightly deeper, richer, fuller bodied mouthfeel than even the Madrona, but displays no harshness. Just entering its plateau of full maturity,