1978 Barros Colheita (bottled 2011)

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flash_uk
Graham’s 1977
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1978 Barros Colheita (bottled 2011)

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Where: The Boot & Flogger 10-20 Redcross Way, SE1 1TA
When: 18h30 on Wednesday 20th July
What: Anything But Vintage III

A few of us gathered to sample some things which were not Vintage Port.
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Alex Bridgeman
Graham’s 1948
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Re: 1978 Barros Colheita

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Bottled 2011. Slightly cloudy and full of fine particulate, the colour of golden syrup. Opaque. Slightly oxidised nose, harsh and a touch astringent. Thick in texture on the palate but initially empty of flavour; air brings out a lovely brown sugar and date flavour. There is enough acidity to provide a good balance but not enough to distract from the date tones. Gentle and flavoursome date finish and a great length. Much better on the palate than the nose would lead you to anticipate. 87/100.
Top Ports in 2023: Taylor 1896 Colheita, b. 2021. A perfect Port.

2024: Niepoort 1900 Colheita, b.1971. A near perfect Port.
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Graham’s 1977
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Re: 1978 Barros Colheita

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70% opacity, cloudy, brown. Soft toffee on the nose. Sweet sugary entry, very candied.
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