Terras de Alter Fado

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The 2009 "Fado" red is a blend of Syrah, Touriga Nacional and Trincadeira, aged in oak for 6 months. Sweet 'n' sexy, it has lots of flavor, a slight candied note initially that comes around and a velvety texture. Considering its price range, it is a very flavorful, easy drinker at a nice price that has some persistence. It should make a lot of folks extremely happy for uncomplicated drinking. It would be a great picnic or party wine this summer. It won't hold long at peak. Drink now-2013. Importer: Tri-Vin Imports, Mt. Vernon, NY; tel. (914) 664-3155.

The 2006 “FADO” is a blend of Trincadeira, Syrah, Touriga Nacional and Petit Verdot in equal proportions raised in French oak for six months. Obviously quite young, it tastes like a barrel sample, grapey and primary. It is a bit thin and short, but it also has some decent flavors, albeit obvious and simple. There is little depth. This has a certain mass market, Beaujolais feel to it. It is a “drink me now” kind of wine, but can hold a couple of years. It may hold longer, but I’m not sure what will be left when the primary fruit fades, so I would err on the side of drinking earlier. In the meanwhile, it may serve many well as an easygoing party or picnic wine. Drink now-2009. Importer: Tri-Vin Imports, Mt. Vernon, NY; tel. (914) 664-3155.