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A vertical of Quinta do Noval, 1927 to 1975, at the Boot & Flogger, on Tuesday 13th December 2016. Originated by Tom A., but organised by Alex B.

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• Review of the evening as a whole;
• 1927 Quinta do Noval;
• 1931 Quinta do Noval;
• 1933 Quinta do Noval;
• 1934 Quinta do Noval;
• 1942 Quinta do Noval;
• 1945 Quinta do Noval;
• 1947 Quinta do Noval;
• 1950 Quinta do Noval;
• 1955 Quinta do Noval;
• 1958 Quinta do Noval;
• 1960 Quinta do Noval;
• 1963 Quinta do Noval;
• 1966 Quinta do Noval;
• 1970 Quinta do Noval;
• 1975 Quinta do Noval;
• Placemats;
• Planning and arrangements.

25% opacity, red, orange rim. Lovely sweet candy nose. Fantastic smooth syrupy entry. Nice balance, full mouthfeel. Hints of spice, great complexity.

Deep rose colour with a dark orange rim; 60% opaque. Little time in the decanter means that the nose is a bit muted. Some vigorous swirling releases a cranberry and heather honey nose that is quite delicious. This port has a wonderful texture, with cranberries and bitters washing over the tongue. Air releases a huge volume of complex flavours, which meld together into a deep bitter-sweet orange on the late palate. The aftertaste is enormous, chewy and full of fruit and the finish is everlasting. A fabulous bottle of this port. 94/100. Decanted Pop 'n' pour.

N66. Dark red, 40% opaque. Palate dry. At least one of smoke and leather. Very dry, especially late.