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WE 90
Portugal
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Madeira
In stock,
6
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List $49.00
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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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$28.95
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W&S 91
WS 90
Portugal
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Port
In stock,
9
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List $35.00
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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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$46.95
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WS 94
WE 94
JG 93
Portugal
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Port
In stock,
9
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List $55.00
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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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$16.95
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WS 90
Portugal
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Port
In stock, 12+ available
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List $19.00
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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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$29.95
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WS 90
Portugal
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Port
In stock,
4
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List $35.00
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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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$49.95
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WS 90
Portugal
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Port
In stock, 12+ available
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List $60.00
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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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$138.95
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WE 94
W&S 92
Portugal
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Port
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2
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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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$26.95
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RP 93
WE 91
WS 90
Portugal
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Port
In stock,
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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$99.95
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W&S 93
Portugal
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Port
In stock, 12+ available
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List $120.00
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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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$179.95
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W&S 92
Portugal
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Port
In stock,
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List $200.00
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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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$36.95
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WS 91
Portugal
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Port
In stock,
4
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List $45.00
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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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$47.95
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TP 93
WS 90
Portugal
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Port
In stock,
2
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93 points Anthony Dias Blue (The Tasting Panel): "Vibrant tawny color; nose of spice, orange peel, rancio and toasted oak; creamy, toasty and showing rancio and lovely burnt orange; silky, long and complex. (Jun 2012)"
90 points Wine Spectator: "Medium-bodied, rich and balanced, with a light amber color and plenty of peppery notes to the dried fruit flavors. Features notes of crème brûlée on the finish. Drink now. (10/27/10)"
17/20 points (90), Decanter: "Quite pale mahogany-tinged tawny colour. Mature aromas with savoury, nutty complexity. Demure and delicate thick-cut marmalade flavours leading to a relatively dry savoury finish. Alcohol 20%. (Jan 2013)"
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WE 91
Portugal
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Port
In stock,
2
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List $60.00
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91 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$60 list] In this 20-year-old tawny, you find a marvellous balance between fruit and extreme concentration. Burnt wood-aged flavors and acidity play with raisins and black figs to give a sweet wine with a hint of dryness. Ready to drink. abv: 20.5%. (Apr 2012)"
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