D'Oliveiras, Sercial other_regions_italy This is a classic and

This is a classic and beautiful Latricières that makes clear it will take its sweet time maturing

The nose is quite similar to that of the old vines Gevrey though here it is perhaps ever-so-slightly more elegant as the fruit slides more to the red side of the fruit spectrum

so I looked for it

weight and power and overall this is potentially terrific

D'Oliveiras, Sercial other_regions_italy This is a classic andMid amber brown all three Sercial and Terrantez dOliveiras wines are notably deeper colour than four other Madeiras tasted at the same time. A slightly reticent nose, with cola nuts, chocolate, Christmas spices, cooked orange and a touch of polished wood. Noticeable sweetness on the palate entry, giving way to lively acidity and a touch of phenolic chew. Long, toasty, nutty finish. Makes up in length what it perhaps gives away in finesse. (TJ)