1983 Offley

Tasting notes for individual Ports, with an index sorted by vintage and alphabetically.
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Cockburn 1851
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1983 Offley

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People gathered in the Bung Hole to do the obvious. There was a chance of being joined by a newbie, to sample his TV64, but he was a no-show.

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Alex M
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Re: 1983 Offley Boa Vista

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Dark! Sticky and hot on the tounge. Tasted of bitter raspberries - and almost like it was just picked p off the cellar floor - very chilled. Fine sediment- one to look out for.
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Alex Bridgeman
Graham’s 1948
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Re: 1983 Offley Boa Vista

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Pitch black and opaque in the centre, deep red and mature on the rim. Harsh nose showing some menthol and a slight hint of fruit. Deeply flavoured and dense on the palate; a huge presence that is incredibly tight and youthful. Massive flavours with very generous tannins and a real presence - the tannins are still very active and give a big presence on the palate. Big length, deep and concentrated with a powerful and pronounced finish. Very impressive port with a lovely presence and a fine length. 92/100. Decanted 12 hours.
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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