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We gathered to see how the ports of five major houses from the early 80s were faring.

Links:

• Review of the event;
• ◊ Dow 1980; ◊ Warre 1980; ◊ Graham 1980; ◊ Fonseca 1980; ◊ Taylor 1980;
• ◊ Dow 1983; ◊ Warre 1983; ◊ Graham 1983; ◊ Fonseca 1983; ◊ Taylor 1983;
• ◊ Dow 1985; ◊ Warre 1985; ◊ Graham 1985; ◊ Fonseca 1985; ◊ Taylor 1985;
• Placemats (and parameters by which made);
• Food order;
• Planning and arrangements;

35% opacity, red, bronze rim. Sweetness then v mild heat in the finish. Red fruit, candy.

Lightly coloured, a mature rose red; 30% opaque. An inviting nose of mature fruit and lovely sweet spices, with a slightly dusty hint. Sweet and modest body with a lovely texture and a delicious palate. Slightly herbaceous aftertaste, then a modest red licorice finish of good length. This is lovely, light and elegant with an impressive concentration of flavour. 89/100.

T83. Pink-red, 40% opaque. Nose sweet and dark-fruited. Palate full, dry, but not balanced.