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New Portuguese and Spanish Arrivals...Anyhing Great?

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New Portuguese and Spanish Arrivals...Anyhing Great?

by David P.G. » Thu May 08, 2008 10:59 am

We have a new batch of wines coming in to the SAQ and I was just wondering if there were any real hidden gems in the batch. If anyone can comment, I'd be grateful.

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Re: New Portuguese and Spanish Arrivals...Anyhing Great?

by Bob Parsons Alberta » Thu May 08, 2008 6:54 pm

Juan Gil turns out some nice juice, not too "international". The Artazuri tops my list for good quality wine, especially the Rosado if you can find it.
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Re: New Portuguese and Spanish Arrivals...Anyhing Great?

by Brian Gilp » Fri May 09, 2008 7:48 am

I have only had the Luzon's and the Juan Gil. Would not call either of them great. Generally prefer the Juan Gil and think its a good QPR. Note that it does carry a fairly substantial alcohol content. From memory I think it is in the 14.5% range based upon the 2004 and 2005 bottlings.
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Re: New Portuguese and Spanish Arrivals...Anyhing Great?

by Victor de la Serna » Fri May 09, 2008 11:16 am

Juan Gil for $14 CDN is excellent juice. You're not expecting Beaucastel at that price, right? The Portuguese reds are, all of them, very good, honest, terroir-driven wines. A fine selection, with the Infantado Reserva really in the upper class.
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Re: New Portuguese and Spanish Arrivals...Anyhing Great?

by David P.G. » Fri May 09, 2008 2:25 pm

Thank's for the tips so far...I look forward to heeding the advice!

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