Royal Oporto (Real Companhia Velha)

Quinta das Carvalhas Douro Touriga Nacional 2014

9.0

#50 in the top 100 Wine Spectator list for 2017. These guys always over perform, especially for the price. 100% Touriga Nacional, which is one of the main varietals used to make port. $20, not complex, but very well put together. Dark plum and raspberry fruit, dried dates, nutmeg, clove, vanilla, and silk smooth tannins. — 6 years ago

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Alban Vineyards

Seymour's Vineyard Syrah 2002

Roman Sukley

9.8

Black as a starless night, big aromatic characteristic Alban nose. Scorched earth, tar, a little burnt rubber. And I mean that in the best way possible. Also notes of camphor and a touch of bacon fat. Black fruit parade. Texture is pure velvet. Super rich, super concentrated, endless finish. John Alban at his best. A toast and a birthday shoutout to my friend @Bill Bender . And many more my friend. — 8 years ago

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Bill Bender

Nice @Roman Sukley drink a wine with an old guy on it to toast my birthday 😕 haha jk cheers to you my friend 🍷I'm looking forward to sharing good times and wine with you and @Dag Zapatero this summer!

Bill Bender

Thank you @Mike Rowe and yes indeed @Chris Koupal I am the big 5-0 albeit in the body of a 32 year old 😜 and the mind of a 22 year old 😏