NV Villar d'Allen Tawny 10YO (bottled 2012)
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NV Villar d'Allen Tawny 10YO (bottled 2012)
Bottled 2012, blended by Miguel Braga. This is an early blend which may change before bottling. The plan is to bottle only in small runs - perhaps 1,000 litres (110 cases) at a time. Deep honey in colour, with a firm mahogany centre. Surprisingly little VA on the nose, just a sharp citrus acidity. On the palate this has a lovely smooth texture, and gentle flavour profile and a soft acidity - lots of dates and dried fig. Gentle mocha on a gentle finish. This is a very gentle and elegant wine. 86/100. 15-Jun-12.
Top Ports in 2023: Taylor 1896 Colheita, b. 2021. A perfect Port.
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2024: Niepoort 1900 Colheita, b.1971. A near perfect Port.
- Alex Bridgeman
- Graham’s 1948
- Posts: 14908
- Joined: 13:41 Mon 25 Jun 2007
- Location: Berkshire, UK
Re: NV Villar d'Allen 10 year old tawny
VdA10Y: cloudy, also mahogany. Strong heat early palate, with caramel (rather than the 20Y’s fudge), and no dairy. Very long with a hint of mocha and vanilla late palate.
Top Ports in 2023: Taylor 1896 Colheita, b. 2021. A perfect Port.
2024: Niepoort 1900 Colheita, b.1971. A near perfect Port.
2024: Niepoort 1900 Colheita, b.1971. A near perfect Port.