{"title":"Prats \u0026 Symington","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"prats-and-symington-douro-post-scriptum-de-chryseia","title":"Prats And Symington Douro Post Scriptum De Chryseia","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrats \u0026amp; Symington Douro Post Scriptum De Chryseia\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 750ml Douro red wine blend bottled at approximately 14–14.5% ABV, depending on vintage. Conceived as the second wine of Chryseia in the Bordeaux tradition, it has earned 92 points from James Suckling, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, and Wine Spectator on its 2022 vintage, with Wine \u0026amp; Spirits awarding the 2021 vintage 94 points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: ~14–14.5%  |  Origin: Douro, Portugal  |  Style: Douro Red Blend  |  Producer: Prats \u0026amp; Symington (Quinta de Roriz)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrats \u0026amp; Symington is a joint venture between Bruno Prats — former proprietor of Château Cos d'Estournol in Bordeaux — and the Symington family, one of the Douro's most established port wine dynasties. Post Scriptum is sourced from vineyards at Quinta de Roriz and built around Touriga Franca (typically 50–56%) and Touriga Nacional (34–49%), with smaller additions of Tinta Roriz and Tinta Barroca varying by vintage. Grapes are hand-sorted, destemmed, and undergo automated berry selection before gentle crushing and fermentation at 25°C with specially selected yeast cultures. The wine then ages for 12 months exclusively in used French oak barrels — a deliberate choice that keeps the fruit forward and the oak influence restrained, making it more approachable at a younger age than its sibling, Chryseia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with dark plum, black cherry, and graphite before shifting into floral layers of violet and potpourri. Depending on the vintage, secondary notes of cocoa powder, Earl Grey tea, and dried sage add complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is ripe and fruit-driven — mulberry, plum sauce, and black currant dominate the front palate. Mid-palate, fine-grained tannins emerge alongside savory notes of black olive, grilled pepper spice, and a mineral, almost stony undercurrent. The structure is firm but polished, never heavy-handed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-long, with dusty tannins carrying lingering impressions of anise, tobacco, and crushed herbs. A subtle graphite note persists and invites the next sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Post Scriptum de Chryseia\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine shows its full personality at cellar temperature — around 16–18°C — and benefits from 30 minutes of decanting to let the tannins soften and the aromatics expand. A \u003cstrong\u003eSangria Tinta\u003c\/strong\u003e built around this wine gains real depth from its dark fruit and spice backbone. A bold, red-wine-based \u003cstrong\u003eKalimotxo\u003c\/strong\u003e (equal parts red wine and cola over ice) becomes surprisingly complex with the wine's graphite and herb notes. For a refined aperitif, a chilled \u003cstrong\u003eTinto de Verano\u003c\/strong\u003e with lemon soda lets the violet and cherry top notes shine in warm weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing a wine enthusiast to premium Douro reds beyond port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with a weekend dinner of grilled lamb or braised short ribs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting someone who appreciates Bordeaux-style structure from Old World regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a cellar-worthy collection without ultra-premium pricing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Post Scriptum de Chryseia taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers ripe dark fruit — black cherry, mulberry, plum — supported by fine tannins and savory notes of graphite, black olive, and tobacco. The oak influence is restrained, letting Douro's native grape character lead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Post Scriptum compare to Chryseia?\u003c\/strong\u003e Post Scriptum is the second wine of Chryseia, made from the same Quinta de Roriz vineyards but aged exclusively in used French oak rather than new barrels, resulting in a fruit-forward, more approachable style intended for earlier drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Post Scriptum good for sipping on its own?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — its balanced tannins, aromatic complexity, and moderate alcohol make it an excellent wine to enjoy on its own, especially with 30 minutes of decanting to open up the layered nose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Post Scriptum de Chryseia made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced at Quinta de Roriz in the Douro Valley, Portugal, by the Prats \u0026amp; Symington partnership — a collaboration between Bordeaux négociant Bruno Prats and the Symington family of the Douro.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Post Scriptum de Chryseia?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled lamb chops complement the wine's herbal and graphite notes. Slow-braised beef short ribs match its tannic structure. Aged hard cheeses like Manchego or São Jorge echo its savory depth. Roasted duck with cherry reduction mirrors its dark fruit profile. Chargrilled Mediterranean vegetables bridge the wine's smokiness and violet aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Post Scriptum come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Post Scriptum de Chryseia is widely available in the standard 750ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Post Scriptum worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Post Scriptum positions as an accessible entry point into the Prats \u0026amp; Symington portfolio, delivering multi-critic 92-point quality at a price tier well below its flagship sibling Chryseia, making it strong value within premium Douro reds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Post Scriptum de Chryseia?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew Douro reds at this price tier carry the pedigree of a Bordeaux-Douro collaboration backed by the Symington family's multi-generational vineyard knowledge. The deliberate use of only used French oak preserves the varietal intensity of Touriga Franca and Touriga Nacional — grapes that can be overwhelmed by aggressive barrel programs. Consistent 92-point scores across multiple critics and vintages confirm this is not a one-off success but a reliably well-made wine. For anyone seeking serious Douro character without the wait or cost demanded by top-tier cuvées, Post Scriptum remains one of the region's smartest entry points.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prats \u0026 Symington","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44836988616873,"sku":"24858","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Prats-And-Symington-Douro-Post-Scriptum-De-Chryseia__60395.jpg?v=1730475900"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/prats-symington.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}