Medium

Cork

Portugal

Robert Reynolds set down roots in Estremoz in 1850. His English father had arrived in Porto in 1820, where he set up a business exporting Iberian products before entering the cork industry. Today, the Reynolds’ estate – just outside Arronches in northeastern Alentejo – is run by sixth- and seventh-generation Julian and Carlos. This, their flagship wine, pays homage to Julian’s mother. Equal parts Alicante Bouschet (introduced to Portugal by second-generation Robert Rafael Reynolds) and Trincadeira, both grown on schist, and fermented and aged for 24 months in French oak. Ines Salpico: Surprisingly vivid for a 2009, with great tannic poise and definition. Smoky, toasty depth and lingering black fruit, both fresh and dried. Matthew Forster MW: Fully evolved but still plenty of zip and fruit intensity. Damson and mulch, white pepper and nutmeg. Long and layered. Valentin Radosav: Generous dark fruit with savoury aromas. Vibrant acidity, resolved tannins. Slight astringency at the end, but chocolate and coffee beans dominate the finish.

Trincadeira

Alicante Bouschet / Garnacha Tintorera

Reynolds, Gloria Reynolds Cathedral, Alentejano, Portugal, 2009

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Robert Reynolds set down roots in Estremoz in 1850. His English father had arrived in Porto in 1820, where he set up a business 

Reynolds, Gloria Reynolds Cathedral, Alentejano, Portugal 2009

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