This tasting took place in Sammamish, Washington on November 5, 2022.
1983 Grahams Vintage Port. Decanted 5 hours. Dark purple with a hint of brown hues. Dusty fruit notes on the nose with blueberry, cassis, and a touch of rootbeer. Chocolate, light mint, and dark fruit on the palate. Well-structured tannins and some nice dark fruit notes as the long finish. 94 points. 11/5/2022
1997 Warre Vintage Port. Purple with light shades of amber. Purity of grape on the nose with blueberry, blackberry, and cocoa powder. Rich mouthfeel with amazing structured tannins and great balance. Grenadine and luscious, layered dark fruits dominate the mid-palate, rolling into a luscious, sexy, long finish. 93 points. 11/5/2022
1991 Andresen Colheita Port. Bottled in 2021. Clear, amber-orange in color. Warm notes with vanilla and caramel on the nose. Smooth, sweet flavor profile with cream caramel, orange spice, and some chocolate. Great acidity and a pleasant, long finish. 94 points. 11/5/2022
1964 Justino’s Boal Madeira. Dark yellow-brown in color. Aromas of saline, dried nuts, and some oxidation. Medium-body with salted caramel, orange spice, and some underlying herbal notes. Decent acidity and balance, and a medium-long finish. 91 points. 11/5/2022
