Guys Port Weekend - Vegas, Jan 2024

Tasted Thursday, January 25, 2024 - Friday, January 26, 2024 by theportguy with 126 views

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Flight 1 (14 Notes)

  • 2003 Rozès Porto Late Bottled Vintage 90 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (1/25/2024)

    Bottled in 2007 and unfiltered. Crushed dusty red fruits dominate, with a light nose of spirit. The palate shows a fresh mouthfeel, complemented by dark fruits, great structure, and well-integrated tannins. The finish is fresh and balanced.

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  • 2003 Rozès Porto Vintage 91 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (1/25/2024)

    Chocolate and cassis on the nose with a hint of cool wet slate. The palate features lovely dark fruits, mocha, blackberry, and black currant, with a balanced entry, nice structure, and a very long finish.

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  • 1997 Poças Porto Colheita 89 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (1/25/2024)

    Bottled in 2018. Cloudy orange in color with a nose of orange, vanilla, and creamsicle, along with a faint hint of turpentine. The entry is smooth and sweet, with a somewhat simple flavor profile. Acidity is present but slightly out of balance, particularly on the finish.

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  • 1920 Barbeito Madeira Boal Favilla Vieira 93 Points

    Portugal, Madeira

    (1/25/2024)

    Dark amber-brown with orange edges. The nose opens with bottle stink, featuring aromas of rubber tire, VA, burnt chocolate, and dried nuts. The palate showcases saline notes, dried fruits, and very bright acidity, with less sweetness than typical for a Malvasia. The long finish highlights salted caramel and lively acidity. Despite the initial nose, the wine held up remarkably well.

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  • 1995 Ferreira Porto Vintage 92 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (1/25/2024)

    Amber-purple in color with a tight nose of dark fruits, including blueberry and blackberry. The palate is intense, with well-structured tannins, crushed blueberries, cassis, and noticeable acidity. This wine is enjoyable now but still has room to develop further.

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  • NV J.H. Andresen Porto Very Old 40 Year Old Tawny 92 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (1/25/2024)

    Bottled in 2023. Orange-amber in color with dried nuts, orange spices, caramel, and vanilla on the nose, along with a touch of spirit. There was some debate about whether the bottle had slight TCA, but air seemed to dissipate the issue. The entry is rich and intense, featuring dried nuts, bright acidity, orange spices, caramel, and hints of vanilla cream. The long finish is vibrant, with acidity and a touch of sweetness.

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  • NV Agri-Roncão Porto DR - 40 Year Old Tawny 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (1/25/2024)

    Bottled in 2021. Very clear with a rich orange-tan color. The nose offers cream caramel, vanilla cream, and a light ethereal quality. The entry is intense, showing dried fruits, apricot, Christmas spices, and excellent balance.

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  • NV Agri-Roncão Porto DR - L70 97 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (1/25/2024)

    Lot 2017, bottle #107/200. Dark amber color with coffee-like hints. The entry is smooth and complex, with caramel, vanilla, orange spice, apricots, and coffee, supported by beautiful acidity. The finish is exceptionally long, lingering for minutes. This is an extraordinary wine.

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  • 2004 Quinta do Crasto Douro Reserva Old Vines 92 Points

    Portugal, Douro

    (1/25/2024)

    Dark ruby with light brown hints. The nose features old dusty wood notes, cranberry, red currant, and woody undertones. The palate shows good tannins and a dusty thread that lingers through the finish. Ready to drink now, with no further aging expected to improve it.

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  • 1910 J.H. Andresen Porto Colheita 91 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (1/25/2024)

    Bottled in 1979. Cloudy tan-yellow with a brown sugar-colored center. Aromas of dark mocha powder, dried nuts, and old wood. Smooth entry with bright acidity and a touch of heat. The palate offers dried nuts, orange spices, and chocolate, finishing with surprising vibrancy and length.

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  • 1900 J.H. Andresen Porto Colheita 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (1/25/2024)

    ottled in 1982. Vibrant amber-orange with slight cloudiness. The nose reveals candied orange slices, cinnamon, oak, and vanilla. The palate has a rich, intense entry with bright acidity, dusty tannins, and flavors of orange spices, apricots, roasted nuts, and caramel. The acidity is sharp and focused, leading to a wonderful, very long finish.

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  • NV Blackett Porto 20 Year Old White Port 91 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (1/25/2024)

    Bottled in 2023. Golden straw in color. The nose offers honeydew, tropical notes, and grilled pineapple. The palate is rich, featuring pineapple, honey, and bright acidity. The finish is long and balanced, with a slight touch of heat at the tail end.

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  • 1964 Krohn Porto Colheita Branco 91 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (1/25/2024)

    Bottled in 2007. Aromas of grilled tropical fruit, honeysuckle, and white peach. The entry is extremely smooth with a rich flavor profile of tropical fruits and dried nuts. The finish highlights toffee notes and dried nuts, seamlessly integrated

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  • NV Vinhos Oscar Quevedo Porto 30 year old White Port 90 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (1/25/2024)

    Bottled in 2019. Clear yellow in color. Woody oak and dried fruit notes on the nose. The palate opens with noticeable acidity, followed by honey, grilled tropical fruits, and a touch of heat. Lively acidity carries through to a very long finish.

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Flight 2 (6 Notes)

  • 1983 Dow Porto Vintage 92 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (1/26/2024)

    Decanted for 3.5 hours. Dusty red fruit on the nose with strawberry, red currant, and a hint of milk chocolate. The palate is complex, with strawberry, cherry, and Christmas spices leading to a long finish.

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  • 1985 Dow Porto Vintage 91 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (1/26/2024)

    Decanted for 3.5 hours. Amber and clear in color. The nose is slightly closed, showing red fruit notes of cherry and cranberry. Smooth on the palate with raspberry, lovely spices, and structured tannins. A long finish with just a touch of spirit.

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  • 1970 Dow Porto Vintage 92 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (1/26/2024)

    Amber-ruby in color. Aromas of red fruit, strawberry, red currant, and light spice. The palate is rich and elegant, showing slight sweetness with light chocolate, cherry, and bright acidity, which feels slightly out of balance. The long finish is a touch dry.

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  • 1970 Graham Porto Vintage 94 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (1/26/2024)

    Purple-amber in color. The nose reveals dusty red fruits, cassis, and mocha. The entry is fresh and vibrant with dark fruits like blueberry and dark plum. The flavor profile is elegant and balanced, supported by good tannins and acidity. The long finish has subtle herbal undertones.

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  • 1935 Krohn Porto Vintage 95 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (1/26/2024)

    Amber-ruby in color. The nose shows old dusty red fruit, strawberry, milk chocolate, and light spices. The entry is rich and intense, with complex waves of red fruits and spices. The slightly sweet flavor profile is beautifully balanced with firm tannins and well-integrated acidity. Mocha notes add depth to the very long finish.

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  • 1991 Taylor (Fladgate) Porto Vintage Quinta de Vargellas 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    (1/26/2024)

    Decanted 3 hours. Dark amber-purple with dusty brown hints. The nose reveals mint, herbal notes, dark plum, and blueberry. Rich dark fruit on the palate with well-structured tannins and fantastic balance. Red currants and a touch of tartness linger on the medium-long finish

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