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Thursday, January 12, 2023 - Disclaimer: novice port drinker. But my limited experience convinced me to buy and put aside declared port wine such as this 2007 Dow.
Cork showed signs of seepage but must have sealed on its own. First capsule I ever opened that had a clear plastic slug over cork. Used two prong extractor and corked pushed in. Resorted to corkscrew and removed. Cork very soft and 3/4 wet. Could not detect bouquet but friend smelled bouquet from a few feet away. Was hoping wine hadn't gone bad, but fears unjustified. It was intact. First sip and the fruit was just incredible. A medium sweetness that I feel must have been even sweeter upon release, but now beginning to resolve. Heady and thick but really delicious. I typically don't drink sweet red wines, but the balance between the fruit and sweetness was exceptional. In no way cloying or syrupy. Each sip invited the next. I think the alcohol is somewhere around 18%. Could not detect at all. Glad I waited 16 years to try this. Even though ports can last for decades, I'm worried about cork integrity for remaining bottle. I don't have the optimum storage conditions, but if you do, this should have years of life ahead. A great, great wine, one that ranks among some of the best I've ever had. Highly recommended. For cold nights or perhaps special occasion. The right food or desert pairing will increase your enjoyment.

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