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Stephen Tanzer

Vinous

Good full, deep red. Knockout nose offers red and black cherry, strawberry, spices and mint. Unbelievably young for a wine that's nearly a half-century old, offering incredible power and thrust to its red berry, spice and mineral flavors. Fills the mouth with perfume. Combines extraordinary mid-palate lift with a silky texture and buns of steel, conveying an impression of buzzing energy. The endless finish features great concentration and urgency, and utterly noble tannins. Can a 49-year-old port still be on an up curve? I hope to find out. This wine should go on for another 30 years without difficulty. 11/2012

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James Suckling

James Suckling

Aromas of bark, forest flower, candied orange, wet earth, wild raspberries. It changes all the time. Full-bodied with tannins that are totally integrated with a velvety texture that melts into the wine. The finish lasts for minutes and fills your palate. This is a dream wine. It lives up to its great reputation. Needs to open. Decant five or six hours in advance, Drink now. 10/2022