2015 Port Harvest Tour

Portugal
Tasted Saturday, September 26, 2015 - Saturday, October 3, 2015 by theportguy with 262 views

Introduction

The 2015 For The Love Of Port Harvest Tour highlights both established and upcoming Port and Dour wine producers.

Flight 1 - Graham's Lodge - Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal (8 Notes)

  • NV Graham Porto 30 Year Old Tawny 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/26/2015)

    Bottled 2015. Amber-orange in color. Very clear from center to the meniscus. Nuts and orange peel on the nose. Full bodied with bright acidity. Toffee notes with orange, citrus and roasted nuts. Long finish.

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  • NV Graham Porto 40 Year Old Tawny 91 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/26/2015)

    Bottled 2015. Orange-brown in color with slight bricking on the edges. Clear in appearance. Cigar box on the nose with some underlying caramel and mocha notes. Unctuous, medium-full bodied with some cinnamon and a touch of clove on the palate. Long, sweet finish with some herbal hints.

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  • 1982 Graham Porto Single Harvest Tawny 92 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/26/2015)

    Bottled 2013. Light orange-amber in color. Mostly clear in appearance. Moderate nose with a touch of wood and orange spice. Full-bodied with baking spice and toffee on the palate. Subtle orange peel on the finish.

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  • 1972 Graham Porto Single Harvest Tawny 94 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/26/2015)

    Bottled 2015. Brown with orange tint. Clear with some bricking on the edges. Old wood notes and some subtle marmalade on the nose. Bright acidity. Coating, unctuous mouthfeel. Tangerine notes with a little bitterness right on the finish.

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  • 1952 Graham Porto Single Harvest Tawny 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/26/2015)

    Bottled 2014. Amber-bronze in color. Mocha on the nose. Maple and molasses on the palate. Long finish with great balance.

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  • 2011 Graham Porto Vintage 91 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/26/2015)

    Opaque, dark purple in color in the center with medium purple edges. Deep violets with some eucalyptus on the nose. Surprisingly elegant for a 2011 Vintage Port. Blueberry and great, balanced tannins on the long finish.

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  • 2013 Quinta do Vesuvio Porto Vintage

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/26/2015)

    Extremely dark purple in color. Characteristic violets and floral notes on the nose, with some subtle hints of menthol. Blueberry and cassis on the palate. Way too young to score.

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  • NV Taylor (Fladgate) Porto Scion 97 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/26/2015)

    Maderized notes on the nose. Dark amber-brown at the center, lightening at the edges. Crazy acidity. Orange peel and deep caramel on the long, unctuous finish.

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Flight 2 - Quevedo Lodge - Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal (7 Notes)

  • NV Vinhos Oscar Quevedo Porto 20 Year Old Tawny 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/27/2015)

    Bottled 2014. Blend of 1974, 1992 and 1996. Amber in color with pink hue. Nuts and a little spirit on the nose. Butterscotch on the palate with good acidity. Great, unctuous full body. Very long finish. Excellent 20 year old from Oscar.

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  • NV Vinhos Oscar Quevedo Porto 40 Year Old Tawny 94 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/27/2015)

    Bottled 2015. Amber-orange in color. Tangerine peel with some cigar box on the nose. Extremely full-bodied. Incredible intensity of orange spice, pralines and great acidity on the palate. Flavors expand on the palate, leading to a very long, smooth, unctuous finish. 94 points.

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  • 1994 Vinhos Oscar Quevedo Porto Colheita 90 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/27/2015)

    Bottled 2014. This isn’t being bottled for several years. Ruby in color. Served a little chilled so the nose is a bit subdued. Red fruit notes on the palate with unctuous mouthfeel. Tannins appear on the mid-palate, leading to a finish highlighted by a nice touch of cinnamon.

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  • 2011 Vinhos Oscar Quevedo Porto Late Bottled Vintage 91 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/27/2015)

    Dark purple in color. Opaque, with slight transparency on the edges. Still some primary fruit (blueberry and cassis) on the nose. The palate has noticeable tannins, with Blackberry and Plum notes. Long, well-structured finish. This is a well-integrated LBV with a great flavor profile.

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  • 2007 Vinhos Oscar Quevedo Porto Vintage 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/27/2015)

    Dark, uniform purple in color. Blueberry and cassis on the nose. Fresh black currant and blueberry also on the palate, giving way to great structured mid-palate. Great balance and finish. An elegant drinker!

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  • 2013 Vinhos Oscar Quevedo Porto Quinta Vale D’Agodinho Vintage 90 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/27/2015)

    Vibrant garnet in color. Primary dark fruit on the nose. Intense blueberry and pronounced tannins on the palate. This definitely needs some time in bottle, but is promising.

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  • NV Vinhos Oscar Quevedo Porto 30 year old White Port 91 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/27/2015)

    Bottled 2015. Very clear, golden in color. Some tropical fruit and some pine resin on the nose. Unctuous mouthfeel. Honey with some underlying sea salt on the palate. Long finish.

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Flight 3 - Quinta de Soalheira - Vila, Portugal (7 Notes)

Flight 4 - Andresen Lodge - Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal (12 Notes)

  • 1997 J.H. Andresen Porto Colheita 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/28/2015)

    Bottled 2015. Orange-amber in color. Cigar box and orange spice on the nose. Very compact, intense concentration of flavor on the palate. Crazy complex nuts and orange spice, caramel, and a touch of herbs. Every sip uncovers some new component of the wine. Extremely long finish. This colheita will just get better and better.

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  • 1980 J.H. Andresen Porto Colheita 92 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/28/2015)

    Bottled 2015. Orange with amber center. Herbal notes on the nose. Intense concentration of flavors. Unctuous orange peel and some surprising prune notes.

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  • NV J.H. Andresen Porto 40 Year Old White Porto 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/28/2015)

    Orange in color with slight greenish tinge. Some tropical notes on the nose, with is a little subdued due to the bottle just being opened. Citrus peel with some touches of butterscotch. Great acidity!

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  • 1968 J.H. Andresen Porto Colheita 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/28/2015)

    Comes from a “non-vintage” year. Clear, with a nice amber-orange color. Mocha, toffee and very old leathers on the subtle nose. Wonderful concentration of flavors on the palate – espresso, orange peel and caramel. Crazy wave after wave of flavor, including herbal notes and some burnt sugar (crème brulee, caramel).

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  • 2011 J.H. Andresen Porto Late Bottled Vintage 90 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/28/2015)

    Bottled “last week.” Dark ruby purple in color. Opaque except for right at the very edge of the wine. Some eucalyptus and herbal notes on the nose, with some dark fruit underlying. Rich, vibrant cassis on the palate with great structure and well-balanced tannins. The nice tannins follow through on the long finish.

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  • 2008 J.H. Andresen Porto Late Bottled Vintage 92 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/28/2015)

    Bottled in 2011. Opaque dark purple with minimal transparency at the edges. Blueberry and some mint on the nose, with some herbal notes underneath. Intense blackberry and black currant on the palate. Very long, unctuous finish with balanced tannins and waves of fruit riding it out on the long finish. 2015 For The Love Of Port Harvest Tour - Andresen visit.

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  • 2011 J.H. Andresen Porto Vintage 91 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/28/2015)

    Dark purple center, with almost no transparency even on the edges. Herbal notes and some black fruit on the nose. Grippy tannins on the mid-palate. Amazing intensity of red currant / cassis. Firm, structured tannins resolve on the long finish.

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  • 2003 J.H. Andresen Porto Late Bottled Vintage 89 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/28/2015)

    Bottled in 2008. Dark purple with some garnet peeking through. Some bricking on the edges. Herbal notes (esteva?) on the nose. Bright red fruit on the palate with rounded tannins and smooth finish. Just a touch of cinnamon on the finish. The winemaker thinks this wine needs about 2 more years of aging.

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  • NV J.H. Andresen Porto 20-Year-Old White Porto 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/28/2015)

    Pale orange in color with some tinge of green on the meniscus. Orange peel with some herbs and spice on the nose. Unctuous flavor profile, with nuts, some herbal notes on the palate and some sharp, complex acidity. Long finish with some orange or tangerine notes.

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  • 1991 J.H. Andresen Porto Colheita 94 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/28/2015)

    Bottled in 2015. Amber-orange in color with some greening on the edges. Toffee on the nose with some mint or herbal notes. Another great colheita with good concentration of flavors. Caramel and orange notes on the very full body. Long finish with some slightly woody notes.

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  • NV J.H. Andresen Porto Very Very Old 90 Year Old Tawny

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/28/2015)

    N/R - 80-90 years old. Dark amber in color. Pralines and deep, intense mahogany notes on the nose. Layer upon layer of flavors – maple, nuts, honey, and caramel.

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  • NV J.H. Andresen Porto Quinado

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/28/2015)

    N/R - 60-70 years old. This Port contains quinine and was exported to British troops in Angola in World War II to combat the risk of malaria. Eucalyptus and (not surprisingly) medicinal notes.

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Flight 5 - C. da Silva - Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal (7 Notes)

  • 1989 Dalva Porto Golden White Colheita 90 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/28/2015)

    (Cask sample) Not bottled yet. Year is not revealed yet (TN edited after this was revealed as 1989). Very smooth wine. Elegant, approachable with balanced caramel and toffee notes. Long finish with great acidity and balance on the finish.

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  • 1963 Dalva Porto Golden White Colheita 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/28/2015)

    Light amber in color. Orange peel and some sea salt on the nose. Great, balanced intensity. Crème Brule and toasted almonds on the palate. Long finish with bright acidity.

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  • 1971 Dalva Porto Golden White Colheita 92 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/28/2015)

    Bottled 2015. Light orange in color. Some spirit and woody notes on the nose. Full body with flavors of pralines and orange spice. Some spice on the mid-palate, and a long finish.

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  • NV Dalva Porto Dry White 40 Years Old 91 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/28/2015)

    Subdued nose. Not a lot of discernible aromas coming off the nose right now. Some orange peel on the nose and still some hear. Buttery smooth caramel notes on the palate, with some tropical fruit underneath. Medium-full bodied with bright acidity.

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  • NV Dalva Porto Dry White 20 Years Old 88 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/28/2015)

    Bottled 2015. Amber with pink hues. Honeysuckle on the nose with a touch of spirit. Light, nutty notes with some noticeable alcohol on the finish.

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  • NV Dalva Porto Dry White 10 Years Old 89 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/28/2015)

    Bottled 2015. Clear, light amber-pink in color. Some tropical fruit and some heat on the nose. Some light hints of caramel and honey on the palate. Good complexity and acidity, with some pronounced heat.

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  • 2011 Quinta de Ventozelo Porto Late Bottled Vintage

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/28/2015)

    Primary fruits on the nose – blackberry and crushed blueberry. Very dark purple in color. Huge primary fruit on the palate – this will be an interesting wine.

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Flight 6 - Quinta do Crasto - Sabrosa, Portugal (9 Notes)

  • 2000 Quinta do Crasto Porto Late Bottled Vintage 89 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/29/2015)

    Bottled in 2006. Eucalyptus on the nose, with some dark fruit notes underneath. Intense primary fruit (blueberry and black currant) on the approach. Full bodied with tannins poking through on the mid-palate. Some mocha notes on the finish.

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  • 2004 Quinta do Crasto Porto Late Bottled Vintage 88 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/29/2015)

    Bottled in 2008. Dark purple with bricking on the edges. Violet and some herbal notes on the nose. Unctuous mouthfeel. Blackberry and some dark plum on the palate. Grippy tannins on the mid-palate and some fresh acidity with a touch of bitterness on the finish.

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  • 2011 Quinta do Crasto Porto Late Bottled Vintage 90 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/29/2015)

    Bottled in 2015. Very dark, opaque purple with bricking on the edges. Boysenberry, primary blueberry and some floral notes on the nose. Raspberry on the palate, with a touch of licorice. Pronounced tannins on the mid-palate, leading to a long finish. This is a great 2011 LBV and could go 20 years.

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  • 2000 Quinta do Crasto Porto Vintage 89 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/29/2015)

    Floral and herbal notes on the nose. Pomegranate and hints of tight, dark fruit on the palate. Grippy tannins on the mid-palate. Unctuous mouthfeel and noticeable tannins on the very long finish.

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  • 2004 Quinta do Crasto Porto Vintage 88 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/29/2015)

    Impenetrable purple color with slight lightening at the edges. Ripe blueberry and blackberry on the reluctant nose. Raspberry and sour cherry on the palate. Waves of flowers, tannins and a touch of bitterness on the long.

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  • 2011 Quinta do Crasto Porto Vintage 92 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/29/2015)

    Dark purple with a garnet edge. Primary blueberry and violet notes on the nose. Amazingly smooth approach given that this is a 2011 VP. Crazy structure and all the components that will likely evolve into an interesting VP. The mid-palate just explodes with unctuous fruit and tannins.

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  • 2005 Quinta do Crasto Touriga Nacional Douro 92 Points

    Portugal, Douro

    (9/29/2015)

    Ruby in color. Rose petal and red fruit on the nose. Full-bodied with great, integrated tannins. Long finish.

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  • 2006 Quinta do Crasto Douro Vinha Maria Teresa 94 Points

    Portugal, Douro

    (9/29/2015)

    Beautiful dark fruit on the nose. Intense, compact and well-integrated fruit on the palate, displaying blueberry and cassis. Very long, structured finish.

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  • 1999 Quinta do Crasto Porto Vintage 94 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/29/2015)

    Medium purple in color. Deep violets and dark fruit on the nose. Intense blueberry and create balance and tannins. Long finish.

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Flight 8 - Quinta do Vallado - Peso da Régua, Portugal (7 Notes)

  • 2009 Quinta do Vallado Porto Adelaide 89 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/29/2015)

    Dark purple in color. Primary grape on the nose. Blueberry and some licorice, along with cassis on the palate. Firm tannins on the mid-palate and well-balanced finish.

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  • NV Quinta do Vallado Porto 100 Year Old Tawny 96 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/30/2015)

    Coffee color with orange on the edges. Complex notes of mahogany and prune on the nose. Incredible maple and treacle on the palate. Intense mouthfeel with bright acidity on the long, unctuous finish.

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  • NV Quinta do Vallado Porto 70 Year Old Tawny 96 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/30/2015)

    Might be a single harvest, but probably blended. Red brick color with amber on the edges. Cocoa powder, antique wood, some VA / maderized and some iodine on the nose. Syrupy consistency with great viscosity. 500L of this in pipes. Amazing acidity, with concentrated, saline unctuousness. Extremely long finish with wave of caramel and orange.

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  • NV Quinta do Vallado Porto 40 Year Old Tawny 91 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/30/2015)

    Bottled 2015. Dark amber in color, trending to brick. Wood and nuts on the nose, with some herbal notes as well. Intense orange marmalade and nutmeg. Bright acidity and extremely full body, with a long finish. A touch a spirit on the finish.

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  • NV Quinta do Vallado Porto 30 Year Old Tawny 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/30/2015)

    Bottle 2015. Orange in color with amber center. Brown sugar and toffee on the nose. Some 70 year old was mixed into this wine (~2%). Wonderful complexity and concentration. Hazelnut and a touch of cinnamon. Great acidity, with a very long finish.

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  • NV Quinta do Vallado Porto 20 Year Old Tawny 89 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/30/2015)

    Bottled in 2014. Orange-brown in color. Herbal and woody notes on the nose. Full body. Espresso bean and honey notes on the palate. Balanced mid-palate with very long finish, highlighted by bright acidity. Blend of 4 different wines. 2015 For The Love Of Port Harvest Tour - Quinta do Vallado visit

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  • NV Quinta do Vallado Porto 10 Year Old Tawny 90 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (9/30/2015)

    Bottled 2015. Amber in color. Fresh nose of cigar box and nuts. Caramel and a touch of orange rind on the palate. Complex flavor profile with great acidity. Mixture of 10 different wines.

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Flight 9 - Quinta da Devesa - Peso da Régua, Portugal (8 Notes)

Flight 10 - Quinta do Bomfim - Pinhão, Portugal (10 Notes)

  • 1985 Dow Porto Vintage 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/1/2015)

    Opaque purple with maroon hints on the edges. Herbal notes and some spirit on the nose. Milk chocolate and some raspberry notes underneath. Full-bodied and concentrated approach, giving way to sme nice waves of chocolate on the long, well-balanced finish. Great intensity of flavor.

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  • 1978 Dow Porto Vintage Quinta do Bomfim 91 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/1/2015)

    Amber in color. Slightly subdued nose. Red fruit on the nose with some underlying floral notes. Full bodied with strawberry and a touch of cinnamon. Firm tannins on the mid-palate with a touch of spice.

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  • 1970 Dow Porto Vintage 94 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/1/2015)

    Clear ruby in color. Great floral nose. Unctuous, full mouthfeel on the approach with dusty strawberry. Nice tannins on the mid-palate. Great long finish. Well balanced and well-integrated.

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  • 1986 Dow Porto Vintage Quinta do Bomfim 91 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/1/2015)

    Mostly transparent garnet in color. Slight herbal notes with red fruit underneath. Strawberry and a touch of spice on the palate. Well balanced tannins and a long finish.

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  • 1966 Dow Porto Vintage 92 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/1/2015)

    Amber brown in color, semi-transparent. Still some bright red fruit underlying a dusty, herbal note. Spice and raspberry compote on the palate. Full-bodied. Very long, sweet finish.

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  • 1997 Dow Porto Vintage 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/1/2015)

    Fully opaque with slight bricking at the edges. Beautiful floral and dark fruit nose. Luscious blueberry and cassis on the full midpalate. Flavor continues to expand in the mouth through the long, well-structured finish.

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  • 2003 Dow Porto Vintage 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/1/2015)

    Opaque dark fruit at the center with clearing on the extreme edges. Very intense fruit and pronounced tannins on the approach. Black currant and blueberry compote on the palate. Long finish with firm tannins and a touch of spice.

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  • 1995 Dow Porto Vintage Quinta do Bomfim 88 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/1/2015)

    Dark, mostly opaque purple maroon in color. Dark fruit with a touch of eucalyptus. Blueberry with great structured tannins on the midpalate. Long, unctuous finish with well-integrated tannins.

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  • 1965 Dow Porto Vintage Quinta do Bomfim 90 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/1/2015)

    Amber brown in color. Red fruit on the nose with some woody undertones. Unctuous toffee notes with some semi-sweet chocolate appearing on the mid-palate, along with some subtle cherry. Medium-long finish with good acidity.

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  • 2004 Dow Porto Vintage Quinta do Bomfim 82 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/1/2015)

    Fully opaque with slight bricking at the edges. Beautiful floral and dark fruit nose. Luscious blueberry and cassis on the full midpalate. The flavor continues to expand in the mouth through the long, well-structured finish.

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Flight 11 - Quinta da Roêda - Pinhão, Portugal (8 Notes)

  • 1963 Croft Porto Vintage 94 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/1/2015)

    Amber center with browning on the edges. Dusty leather with some caramel, orange spice and sweet pipe tobacco on the nose. Strawberry, honey, and caramel notes on the palate. Intense, unctuous mouthfeel. Full-bodied and very long finish.

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  • 1970 Croft Porto Vintage 91 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/1/2015)

    Amber brown in color. Notable sediment in the glass. Cedar and touches of vanilla bean on the nose. Buttery caramel and a touch of soy sauce on the palate. Sharp acidity and concentrated flavors on the mid-palate. Long, full-bodied finish with great, balanced acidity.

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  • 1994 Croft Porto Vintage 90 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/1/2015)

    Dark, opaque purple-brown in color. Floral notes with a touch of spirit on the nose. Surprisingly elegant wine on the approach, with tannins and red fruit making an entrance on the mid-palate. Full-bodied, long finish with a touch of bitterness on the tail end.

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  • 2003 Croft Porto Vintage 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/1/2015)

    Dark purple in color with brown hues, especially around the edges. Blackberry jam and cassis on the nose. Blackberry, tight tannins and a hint of mint underneath. Well-structured tannins on the finish.

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  • 2009 Croft Porto Vintage 91 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/1/2015)

    Purple-black in color. Dense black fruit on the nose. Intense blackberry and black currant on the approach. Tannins are very well balanced on the mid-palate. Long finish with a touch of acidity and a little spice.

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  • 2011 Croft Porto Vintage 92 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/1/2015)

    Dark purple in color with bricking on the edges. Cool black fruit on the nose. Luscious, juicy black plum on the palate, followed by well-structured tannins on the mid-palate and great structure and body on the finish.

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  • 2002 Croft Porto Vintage Quinta da Roêda 89 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/1/2015)

    Dark, opaque ruby in color. A touch of either VA or some spirit on the nose. Intense, tight black cherry and plum notes on the expansive mid-palate. Noticeable tannins on the very long finish.

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  • 2012 Croft Porto Vintage Quinta da Roêda 90 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/1/2015)

    Dark purple in color. Dark fruit compote on the nose. Cassis hiding underneath some earthy tannins. Grippy tannins on the full-bodied mid-palate. Some mocha and mint on the finish.

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Flight 13 - Quinta do Sagrado - Vilarinho de Cotas, Portugal (11 Notes)

Flight 14 - Quinta do Noval - Pinhão, Portugal (11 Notes)

  • 2007 Quinta do Noval Porto Vintage Silval 91 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/2/2015)

    Dark ruby-purple in color with slight lightening on the edges. Initial vegetative notes on the nose, giving way to mocha notes. Nice intense flavor profile of chocolate and espresso bean. Long finish with nice tannins.

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  • 2011 Quinta do Noval Porto Vintage 94 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/2/2015)

    Impenetrable dark purple in color. Tar and intense licorice nose. Very intense black fruit and some underlying tannins on the palate. Intense mouthfeel. Huge tannins and a very long finish.

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  • 2011 Quinta do Noval Porto Vintage Nacional 95 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/2/2015)

    Dark, impenetrable purple in color. Plum notes and some lavender, along with some subtle cedar/woody notes on the nose. Pomegranate and a touch of cranberry on the palate. Deep structured tannins with a very long, unctuous finish.

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  • 2013 Quinta do Noval Porto Vintage 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/2/2015)

    1,000 cases produced. Some black fruit and herbal notes on the nose. Red fruit on the palate, with some hints of blueberry and black fruit underneath. Intense mouthfeel, smooth finish, and great balance. This is going to be a great wine!

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  • 2009 Quinta do Noval Porto Late Bottled Vintage Unfiltered 92 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/2/2015)

    Dark purple in color. Floral with some herbal notes on the nose. Intense blueberry and cassis on the palate. Tannins emerge on the mid-palate. Nice structure. 6 years of aging in tonnals. The extra time in wood has made this a very approachable wine.

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  • NV Quinta do Noval Porto 20 Year Old Tawny 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/2/2015)

    Bottled 2015. Orange-amber in color. Caramel and butterscotch notes on the nose. Bright acidity. Unctuous hazelnut and a touch of soy sauce on the palate. Long finish with great acidity and balance.

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  • 1995 Quinta do Noval Porto Colheita 94 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/2/2015)

    Bottled 2015. Orange with amber hints of color. Subtle butterscotch and honey on the nose. Orange peel, light mocha notes and some salted caramel on the unctuous mid-palate. Great tannins and acidity.

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  • 1968 Quinta do Noval Porto Colheita 95 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/2/2015)

    Brown amber in color. VA and maderized notes with some caramel and cedar on the nose. Extremely unctuous and concentrated flavors of orange peel and orange spice on the palate. Crazy acidity. Very long, unctuous finish.

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  • NV Quinta do Noval Porto Noval Black 89 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/2/2015)

    Amber purple in color. Primary dark fruit on the nose with some eucalyptus. Intense, concentrated fruit on the palate. Grippy tannins on the mid-palate with a long finish.

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  • NV Quinta do Noval Porto 10 Year Old Tawny 91 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/2/2015)

    Bottled in 2015. Light ruby in color. Orange peel and bitter almond on the nose. Salted caramel and orange spice on the palate. Fruit forward, with good acidity and a long finish.

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  • 1967 Quinta do Noval Porto Vintage Nacional 96 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (10/2/2015)

    Red fruit and old leather on the dusty nose. Intense mouthfeel, with herbal notes, eucalyptus, and some heat. Medium-full bodied with cinnamon and cola on the finish.

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Flight 15 - Quinta do Bom Retiro - Tabuaço, Portugal (14 Notes)

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