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95 Quinta do Crasto 2019 Vinha Maria Teresa (Douro). At least 54 varieties of old vines are in this single-vineyard wine. The wine has spice, vanilla, leather and mushroom aromas. It is a powerful wine that has great potential, rich tannins and concentration. Drink from 2027. Suitable for vegans. Folio Fine Wine Partners. Cellar Selection. —R.V.

abv: 14.5% Price: $242

95 Quinta do Portal 2017 Quinta dos Muros M7 (Douro). This field blend of up to 29 different varieties comes from a single vineyard. It is a rich wine, packed with rich, concentrated tannins as well as black fruits and spice. Aged for over two years in wood, the wine is still developing. Drink from 2025. M Imports, LLC. Cellar Selection. —R.V.

abv: 15% Price: $240

This Touriga Franca comes from the Crasto home vineyard. The wine’s toast, herbs and wild berry aromas are reflected in the solid, perfumed flavors, blueberry fruits and refined texture. The wine will be ready from 2026. Suitable for vegans. Folio Fine Wine. —R.V.

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