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WS 87
Portugal
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Madeira
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87 points Wine Spectator: "Supple and lush, with pear, apricot and baked apple flavors. Rich, buttery finish. Drink now through 2013. 200 cases imported."
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$39.95
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WE 90
Portugal
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Madeira
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90 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$49 list] The Madeira regulations say that 10-years old is the age of the youngest part of the blend. So this richly sweet Malmsey contains many older wines. These are shown in the old gold color, the proper citrus acidity and the dryness that goes with wood aging. At the end, though, the liquid honey flavors are dominant. (12/15/08)"
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Portugal
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Other
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Wine Spectator: "[$10 list] A crisp white, offering vibrant aromas and flavors of fresh-cut green apple, with vanilla and mineral notes. Drink now. (6/30/12)"
Producer notes: "This is a classic Vinho Verde. Light in color with a slight spritz. On the nose it is fruity, light and lively. On the palate it is light [only 9% alcohol], refreshing and delicious. The acidity is refreshing and the wine is great fun. Vinho Verde is traditionally non-vintage and consumed quickly, so the wine on the shelf should always be a fresh bottling. The way to make a proper Vinho Verde is to suppress the malolactic fermentation and inject carbon dioxide at bottling to give the wine its characteristic spritz. The Vinho Verde region is along the Atlantic Coast of Northwestern Portugal. The name translates to 'green wine' because the grapes are harvested slightly under ripe to retain crisp acidity and make wines that go perfectly with the local seafood and the warm summers of Portugal. The traditional Vinho Verde grapes are Loureiro for aroma, Trajadura for body and Padernã [more commonly called Arinto] for acidity. Our blend is Loureiro +/- 50%, Trajadura +/- 40% and Pedernã +/- 10%. Our grapes come from The Braga, Barcelos and Guimãraes which are sub regions within the Vinho Verde appellation."
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WE 91
IWC 90
WS 90
Portugal
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Port
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91 points Wine Enthusiast: "Soft in texture yet mouthcoating in its intensity, this is a honeyed, nutty wine filled with dried fruit, toffee and almond butter aromas and flavors. Like all tawnies, it won’t improve with bottle age, so drink this while your young vintage Ports hog the cellar space. (Mar 2008)"
17.5/20 points (91), Decanter: "Pale to mid-deep tawny/mahogany colour. A rather 'silent' nose compared to some in this tasting but obviously well developed. Thick-cut traditional marmalade character, rich and spicy mid-palate yet made in a dryish house style with gentle spicy length. Rich, complex and very satisfying. Alcohol 20%. (Jan 2013)"
90 points Stephen Tanzer (International Wine Cellar): "Complex aromas of toffee, roasted nuts, lead pencil, orange peel and caraway seed. Intensely flavored fruit is silky but nicely delineated; offers a fresh flavor of orange peel. Not at all thick, but brisk and vibrant. Finishes clean and long, with hints of smoked nuts and marzipan. This has far stronger material than the 10-Year-Old, which seemed clumsy and dull in comparison."
90 points Wine Spectator: "[$57 list] Delicate, with a lively array of bright dried mango, date and dried apricot flavors that feature plenty of smoky notes. Features notes of white chocolate, fruitcake and honey on the rich finish. Drink now. (10/27/10)"
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W&S 91
WS 90
Portugal
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Port
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'100 Best Buys of 2009' and 91 points Wine & Spirits: "Fruit interprets the alcohol in this wine with the orange-citrus scent of rum cake. Then Douro schist cuts the sweetness and strengthens the fruit presence to fuller pear, hazelnut and wildflower honey notes. It ends on a long, peppery buzz, delicious and satisfying. (Dec 2008)"
90 points Wine Spectator: "[$35 list] Refined, with bright flavors of dried berry, plum compote and cherry tart that are long and lush. Very creamy on the finish, which features chocolate mousse. Drink now. (6/30/12)"
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WS 94
WE 94
JG 93
Portugal
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Port
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94 points Wine Spectator: "[$55 list] Intense, powerful and complex, this features heady aromas and flavors of toffee, marzipan, butterscotch and chocolate. Notes of mocha and French roast chime in as well, with a long, glorious finish of dried white fruits and spice. Drink now. (6/30/12)"
94 points and 'Top 100 Wines of 2012 (#33),' Wine Enthusiast: "A gorgeous Port at that right stage where there is still freshness and hints of orange and dried fruits, while the wood aging is concentrating the wine into its essence. It is rich, full, yet at the same time has a great tang of spirit and acidity. (Jun 2012)"
93 points John Gilman (View From the Cellar): "While I have drunk a great deal of Taylor’s various tawny bottlings, this was the first time that I had ever tasted one of Fonseca’s Twenty Year-Old tawnies, and I was quite blown away by this superb wine. The bouquet is deep and ethereal, as it offers up a fine mélange of orange zest, dried red berries, Fonseca’s signature note of fennel, a complex base of soil, exotic spices and a lovely, Sherry-like note of nuttiness. On the palate the wine is fullish, focused and brilliantly delineated, with lovely sweetness on the attack, a fine core of fruit, great complexity, and a very cool and balanced profile on the long, classy and complex finish. This wine delivers a seamless palate impression and stunning grip, and is a glorious bottle of tawny. 2006-2016+. (Jan/Feb 2007)"
92 points Wine & Spirits: "A classical balance of the fresh and the mature, this 20-Year-Old offers warm honey, apple and almond notes on a supple texture with just a touch of grip. The flavors are rich while the structure holds them tight. Pour this with a savory almond tart. (Dec 2008)"
(The Tasting Panel): "Plums, toffee, spice and coffee on the nose are echoed on the palate. Medium-bodied and silky in the mouth. (May 2013)"
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WS 90
Portugal
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Port
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90 points Wine Spectator: "[$19 list] Fresh and grapey, with plenty of grip and power behind dark plum, chocolate and berry flavors that feature slate and pepper notes. Drink now through 2020. (9/30/12)"
(The Tasting Panel): "Cherry, smoke and a hint of spice on the nose. The wine is rich, powerful, lush, earthy and fruity on the palate, with spice and mocha accents. A streak of acidity enlivens the fruit, and there is heat on the finish. (May 2013)"
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WS 90
Portugal
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Port
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90 points Wine Spectator: "[$35 list] This has a zesty, sweet floral aroma, with delicate, well-spiced flavors of apple tart, flan and cocoa powder. The plush, mouthfilling finish of cream, vanilla and raspberry is fresh and balanced. Drink now. (10/27/10)"
'Gold Medal,' Decanter: "(20% alcohol) Smooth, silky and gentle with lovely intensity and Muscovado sugar notes. Elegant and flavoursome with a good nutty character. (Oct 2010)"
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WS 90
Portugal
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Port
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17.5/20 points (91), Decanter: "Mid-deep amber/tawny hue. Not very expressive on the nose but full, smooth and suave with wonderfully silky texture and a touch of cinnamon on the finish. All the fabulous richness of a well-made pastel de nata (Portugese custard tart). (Jan 2013)"
90 points Wine Spectator: "[$60 list] Offers caramel notes on the nose, with good cut to the ripe cherry and fruitcake flavors. Toffee and caramel accent the fresh finish, with notes of milk chocolate. Drink now. (12/15/10)"
'Bronze Medal,' Decanter: "(20% alcohol) Cleverly integrated, so the fruit is still unctuous without drying out. Excellent flavour. (Oct 2010)"
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$89.95
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WE 95
Portugal
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Port
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95 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$102 list] Remarkably, this is able to show age and long cask aging, but the flavor is still here: figs and honey, balanced out with burnt caramel aged acidity and a rich (but not sweet) finish. Excellent, top quality aged tawny. Editor's Choice (Nov 2007)."
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$138.95
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WE 94
W&S 92
Portugal
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Port
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94 points Wine Enthusiast: "An old, mature wine, but one that has kept its ripeness and richness. The concentration is so intense that one glass is almost enough (except it tastes so good). There are walnuts, bitter chocolate and a delicious clean aftertaste. (Aug 2006)"
92 points Wine & Spirits.
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Portugal
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Port
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A reserve ruby port made from organically farmed grapes. Natura is a true Graham’s port, with the house's rich, fruity, sweet style. Compared to Graham's Six Grapes, the Natura is more fresh, soft and elegant.
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IWC 89
Portugal
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Port
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List $23.00
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89 points Stephen Tanzer (International Wine Cellar): "Very saturated dark red. Youthful port aromas of cassis, licorice, chocolate, herbs and damp earth. Very intense, sweet flavors of chocolate and dark berries. Robust yet smooth and not obviously alcoholic. Superb fruit is given clarity by firm acids. Real wine-class port, with terrific structure, freshness and delineation of flavor."
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WS 88
Portugal
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Port
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88 points Wine Spectator: "[$22 list] Shows beautiful aromas of sliced plum and peach, with raspberry jam. Medium-bodied and lightly sweet, with fine tannins and a fruity finish. Refined and pretty. This is a new Port from Noval that is supposed to attractive new consumers and please old ones. Might work. Drink now. (5/31/10)"
Producer notes: "This is a classic 'vintage character' port, aged for between four and five years in wood before bottling. It is blended from a number of vintages to give consistent characteristics of rich fruit, fine bouquet and a delicate palate."
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WE 93
IWC 92
Portugal
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Madeira
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93 points Wine Enthusiast: "Slightly richer than the Charleston Sercial, the Boston Bual boasts knockout aromas of toasted nut oil, orange peel and hints of dark honey or maple syrup. Despite the extra weight and sweetness, it’s not cloying at all...the finish is mouthwatering and long. Editors' Choice. (Nov 2006)"
92 points Josh Raynolds (International Wine Cellar): "Light, bright amber. Deep aromas of cherry pit, candied orange, toffee and molasses, lifted by a note of dried rose. Chewy in texture, with dry-edged nut and burnt orange flavors, a touch of molasses sugar and good back-end grip. Quite sweet but the wine's acidity adds focus, nerve and finishing bite. (Jun 2011)"
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WE 93
IWC 92
Portugal
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Madeira
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93 points Wine Enthusiast: "The Historic Series are simply great Madeiras at reasonable prices. The Charleston Sercial is the driest of the collection, offering nutty aromas tinged with honey, caramel and maple syrup. Dried figs, honey and candied citrus flavors mark the palate, which is wonderfully smooth. The long finish features racy yet balanced acidity. Editors' Choice."
92 points Josh Raynolds (International Wine Cellar): "Medium amber. Gingerbread, orange zest, clove, blond tobacco and honey on the nose. Spicy citrus and poached pear flavors are lifted by zesty acidity and show a gentle smoky quality on the back end. Blends sweetness and dryness smoothly, finishing with good nervy cut, a jolt of fleur de sel and lingering smoke, citrus and spice notes. (Jun 2011)"
San Francisco Chronicle: "Importer Mannie Berk reached out to Ricardo Freitas, owner of the house of Barbeito, to produce his Historic Series line, which remains the best value in Madeira. This is the driest in the Historic lineup, made from the Sercial grape, and its slight austerity makes it remarkably versatile. Leathery and wound-up, with a salty mineral power -- think of it with a holiday roast. (12/19/10)"
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WE 93
IWC 92
Portugal
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Madeira
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93 points Wine Enthusiast: "The sweetest and richest in the Historic series, the New York Malmsey unfolds slowly in the glass, gradually revealing layers of depth and flavor. Coffee, toffee and date notes emerge, followed by earthy, almost truffley flavors. Powerful and assertive on the long finish. Editors' Choice."
92 points Josh Raynolds (International Wine Cellar): "Medium amber. Powerfully scented bouquet combines cherry compote, cola, molasses, pipe tobacco and brown sugar. Lush and expansive in the mouth, offering sweet pit fruit and orange marmalade flavors and a deeper note of espresso. Clings tenaciously on the finish, which leaves notes of bitter cherry and candied flowers behind. (Jun 2011)"
San Francisco Chronicle: "The New York Malmsey (a.k.a. Malvasia) is the sweetest in the Historic Series lineup. Despite notes of roasted pineapple and agave nectar, it's packed with savory tones -- winter melon and sea salt, with a raging acidity that balances the sweet profile, making it thoroughly versatile. Almost steely at its core. (12/19/10)"
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IWC 93
Portugal
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Madeira
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93 points Josh Raynolds (International Wine Cellar): "Medium amber with a green rim. Aromas of burnt orange, tobacco, toffee and herbs, with a hint of potpourri adding an exotic component. Broader and deeper than the Charleston, offering sappy orange marmalade, chestnut honey and toffee flavors underscored by tangy acidity. Shows a sweet, nutty quality on the smoky, gently spicy finish. I like this wine's heft and thrust. (Jun 2011)"
Producer notes: "In the 18th and 19th centuries, Madeira was the United States' most prestigious wine, shipped to connoisseurs in major seaports from New Orleans to Boston. The Historic Madeira Series is the creation of The Rare Wine Co., America's leading merchant of rare, old Madeiras, working with Vinhos Barbeito, famed for its library of old wines. Each wine in the series represetns a style of Madeira popular in an early American city.
Savannah was one of the great 'Madeira Cities,' and the wines that entered its port depended heavily on Verdelho for their character. They were dry to semi-dry, with round, nutty flavors and refreshing acidity. Savanna Verdelho celebrates this style and is an excellent aperitif and superb with soups, cheeses and other foods."
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WE 89
Portugal
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Port
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89 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$21 list] Structured wine, very perfumed, the aromas reflecting the delicious mix of black cherry, damson and spice flavors. The wine then shows strong tannins and a firm texture. (12/31/11)"
Producer notes: "This Port is made from the best Reserve wines carefully chosen for their concentrated rich fruit style. After the wines are produced in the vineyards in the Douro, they are brought to the lodge in Oporto where they are left to mellow in oak casks. During ageing the intense fresh fruitiness and vigour of this fine Port matures into the smooth yet assertive Lodge Reserve. Tasting notes: Dark and lively ruby colour. On the nose intense red fruit aromas dominate, with some floral hints. On the palate fresh and robust fruit flavours, with an excellent long finish. Food pairing: Smith Woodlhouse Lodge Reserve is delicious served at the end of a meal, for example with rich, nutty or chocolate desserts, as well as strong cheeses."
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RP 93
WE 91
WS 90
Portugal
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Port
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7
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List $35.00
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93 points Robert Parker: "It is my opinion that Taylor's tawny ports are the best of their type. When tasted against other tawnys, they all exhibit more aromatic personalities, greater fruit and ripeness, and a wonderful sweetness and length. The Ten Year Old Tawny is a personal favorite, as well as the best bargain among these ports."
91 points Wine Enthusiast: "This is a great, fresh, young style of wine, with figs and bitter marmalade flavors. There’s a touch of orange peel, a hint of vanilla and very ripe, delicious fruit. (Aug 2006)"
90 points Wine Spectator: "[$35 list] Snappy, with plenty of ginger and glazed citrus notes to the dried cherry, plum and raspberry flavors. Features loads of chocolate and spice on the long, lush finish, with hints of white pepper. Drink now. (6/30/12)"
90 points Wine & Spirits: "Porto 10-Year-Old Tawny Soft and glistening with a light rosewater perfume, this delicate Tawny balances sweet cherry and wood flavors with plenty of acidity so the wine finishes clean. (Dec 2008)"
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WS 92
RP 92
JG 91
Portugal
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Port
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92 points Wine Spectator: "[$55 list] Very rich and elegant, this is loaded with flavors of dried apricot, butterscotch and white chocolate. The long and zesty finish is filed with smoke and toffee. (6/30/12)"
92 points Robert Parker: "It is my opinion that Taylor's tawny ports are the best of their type. When tasted against other tawnys, they all exhibit more aromatic personalities, greater fruit and ripeness, and a wonderful sweetness and length. Although I find the Thirty Year Old Tawny admirable, I prefer the richer, more vibrant Twenty Year Old Tawny."
91 points John Gilman (View From the Cellar): "Taylor Fladgate’s Twenty Year-Old Tawny had always been my baseline for this age of tawny, and the current release is once again a lovely bottle. The bouquet offers up a more soil-driven and coffee-like mélange than the Fonseca above, as it wafts from the glass in a very refined blend of raisin, spice, a bit of candle wax, fennel seed, and a very complex swath of soil. On the palate the wine is full-bodied and very refined as well, but cut in a more powerful and broader style than the Fonseca Twenty, with a rock solid core of fruit, fine acids, and excellent length and grip on the long, classy finish. This is a very high class bottle of tawny, but it does not share quite the same ethereal focus of the above. 2006-2016+. (Jan/Feb 2007)"
17/20 points (90), Decanter: "Mid-deep brick red to amber/tawny colour. Rich candied orange peel aromas. The palate is similarly rich and full: sweet, spicy marmalade flavours with a just dusting of peppery tannin towards the finish. Alcohol 20%. (Jan 2013)"
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W&S 93
Portugal
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Port
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93 points Wine & Spirits: "[$120 list] Porto 30-Year-Old Tawny At a beautiful moment in its evolution, this blend has a lingering richness. The aromas are deep, complex and heady; the flavors of fresh apricot and nutmeats bring Douro almonds to mind. While the texture is luscious, light tannins keep it tight and firm. For fireside conversation. (Dec 2008)"
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W&S 92
Portugal
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Port
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92 points Wine & Spirits: "[$200 list] This wine's delicate apple and pear flavors finish on honeyed sweetness and wood spice, from nutmeg to cinnamon. Hints of butter brickle show off its long years in cask. An elegant after-dinner pour. (Dec 2008)"
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WS 91
Portugal
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Port
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91 points Wine Spectator: "[$45/500ml] Fresh, with plenty of vibrant acidity behind the cocoa, vanilla and dried apricot flavors. Spicy and creamy notes linger on the long, broad finish. Drink now. (10/27/10)"
Producer notes: "An outstanding wine that epitomizes everything that is great about a superbly balanced Twenty Year Old Tawny; the translucent copper colored tone of the wine is matched by the beautiful soft nutty aromas gained by a full twenty years ageing in seasoned oak casks. Otima 20 Years is rich and delicate, but never cloying; the tannins and acidity ensure balance and perfect length."
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WS 88
Portugal
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Port
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88 points Wine Spectator: "Ripe, featuring exuberant, well-sculpted dark plum and dark cherry flavors. Finishes with chocolate and dried raspberry. Very zesty. Drink now. (12/15/10)"
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