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89POINTS
16¼/20
Fonseca Guimaraens 1987 1987
Douro Valley, Northern Portugal, PortugalIn years when Fonseca does not 'declare' a classic vintage, it selects a small quantity of its best grapes from its own vineyards and produces a vintage wine exactly as a declared Fonseca Vintage. Guimaraens Vintage Port as is the case with this 1987 is slightly lighter and earlier-maturing than its full-blown vintage declared cousin. Look for a peppery, spicy, tea leaf nose streaked with smoky, blackberry mash, licorice root and a touch of fiery alcohol. Rich, round, elegant and somewhat sweet but with balance and dry, light tannins. More pepper and stewed black tea flavours with licorice root and earthy, plum jam flavours. Quite intense and warm on the palate, nearly ready but can certainly age a few more years.Tasted: 07 November 2005Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:| BC | $63.90 | 750ml |
Blend: Touriga Nacional - Touriga Franca - Tinta Roriz - Tinta BarrocaCSPC: 467902UPC: 5013521111945
