93POINTS
17¼/20
Fonseca Guimaraens Vintage Port 1998
Douro Valley, Northern Portugal, PortugalThis savoury little singular port impresses with savoury and salty soy, perfumed anise, violets and fine ink. The medium-full palate is dense with alluring carmelized brown sugar and ample fine spices adding layers of completxity and balance. Drinking very well know, but will continue to hold. This is a vintage port from a non-classic (undeclared) year, and a blend of three different properties (note the Guimaraens in the name of the wine, indicating the difference).Tasted: 21 December 2016Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:Blend: Touriga Franca - Tinta Roriz - Tinta Barroca - Touriga Nacional - Tinta Cão