A wine of great intensity, complexity and elegance. On the nose, aromas of ripe red and black fruits combine with spicy notes of cedar and tobacco box and subtle floral notes of rose and violet. Full-bodied on the palate, with ripe and velvety tannins and a refreshing acidity which carries the complex flavours onto the lingering finish.
96 points – James Suckling, jamessuckling.com
Fantastic aromas of blackberries and blueberries with tar and minerals. Medium-to full-bodied, with very firm and fine tannins that tighten the wine and make it compacted and impressive. A retro feel to this wine that reminds me of the great Barca Velhas of the 1960s.
95 points – Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast
From one of the top vineyards in the Douro Superior region, the wine is impressive. Its balance and richness are matched by the wine's concentration. Powerful black fruits and a dense texture promise further aging. Drink this rich wine from 2025.
94+ points – Mark Squires,The Wine Advocate
One of the best balanced Ledas in this group - perhaps the best - this has the advantage of youth, along with fine flavour and seemingly moderate tannins. It adds precision, finesse and focus. This is well done. It should age well. It also has the potential to improve notably over the next several years.
18.5+ points - Matthew Jukes,Matthew Jukes
One of the most ‘affordable’ of the world’s truly great red wines(Matthew Jukes)