Unfortunately, this wine (and many other 1997 Niepoort VPs) was flawed due to high levels of VA. It's a shame, as the underlying structure and fruit seem outstanding.
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After 1.75 hours, this beautiful Port lost its initial minerality and achieved perfect balance. The fruit is still rather primary, with predominating boysenberry and black currant. Not only do I suspect that this Port will plateau at this lovely place for at least a decade, but it should show well until at least 2055. The Graham's 1994 Vintage Port is still showing plenty of power without any of the heat, and the finish lasts and lasts.
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1997 Niepoort Porto Vintage
11/9/2021 - Jonathan S wrote: flawed
Unfortunately, this wine (and many other 1997 Niepoort VPs) was flawed due to high levels of VA. It's a shame, as the underlying structure and fruit seem outstanding.
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1994 Graham Porto Vintage
11/6/2021 - Jonathan S Likes this wine: 96 Points
After 1.75 hours, this beautiful Port lost its initial minerality and achieved perfect balance. The fruit is still rather primary, with predominating boysenberry and black currant. Not only do I suspect that this Port will plateau at this lovely place for at least a decade, but it should show well until at least 2055. The Graham's 1994 Vintage Port is still showing plenty of power without any of the heat, and the finish lasts and lasts.
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1977 Warre Porto Vintage
1/17/2020 - Jonathan S Likes this wine: 94 Points
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