2006 Quinta do Vesuvio

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Alex Bridgeman
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2006 Quinta do Vesuvio

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A magnum from CMAG's cellar, opened alongside his Vesuvio 10th Anniversary Case on Wednesday 13th February 2019.

From magnum. Deep black/red with no rim. A wonderful nose of fresh cherries and blackcurrants; a nose which is balanced, fresh and delicious. Primary fruit with black cherry and powerful tannins seize the entry and the mid-palate giving a rich and wonderful mouth presence. Great grip on the aftertaste, and a lingering finish of liquorice and red jelly. Lovely to drink today but will improve slowly over the next 30 years. 91/100. 13-Feb-19. Decanted 4 hours.
Top Ports in 2024: Niepoort 1900 Colheita, b.1971. A near perfect Port.

2025: Quevedo 1972 Colheita, b.2024. Just as good as Niepoort 1900!
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