1955 Fonseca

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1955 Fonseca

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On Monday 19th January 2015 we gathered in the Red Room of the Boot and Flogger to drink some Fonseca, including a bottle that had been drawn from an imperial on Saturday 17th (discussion).

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Re: 1955 Fonseca

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F55 (IDJ). Brick red, 30%. For my Port palate, too acidic, but for those liking that, good Port underneath.
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Re: 1955 Fonseca

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Mature red, some slight bricking, lovely appearance. Nosing of redcurrants and woodsmoke, powerful and pronounced. Sweet and smooth on the palate; powerful and mouthfilling. Poised and balanced, but very big. Wonderful, long finish; massive and fruity. Very, very fine - really very impressive. Stunningly youthful. 95/100.
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