Parras Vinho Regional Lisboa Castelo do Sulco

Wines of Portugal Annual Grand Tasting (168 wines tasted) (Westin St. Francis, 32nd Imperial Floor, San Francisco, California) : Rich tart berry, crushed wild berry, herbal, anise nose; tart red berry, herbal palate; medium finish (blend of Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz and Touriga Franca)

OK for the price, but nothing great.

Some clove and dark fruit on the nose. A bit sweet, dark fruits and smokiness on the palate with a streak of balancing minerality. Good value. (this was regular sulco, not reserva)

Initially very thin and unimpressive. After a short time it improved. Simple, but good, especially for the price. Dark red fruit and earth on the nose, tart palate with good acidity, light body, medium finish. Good QPR, but not one that I would go out of my way to seek out.