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.
1962 Dow LBV
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Alex Bridgeman
- Graham’s 1948
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Re: 1962 Dow LBV
Bottled 1966. Very slightly darker than the Warre 1962 LBV shown alongside. Slightly oxidised on the nose with a hint of birch sap. Redcurrant and cranberries show initially on the palate, but the palate is very dry and is dominated by sour cherries - very light and fragrant. A pleasant and delicate aftertaste which lingers well but this is a port well past its best and declining slowly. 85/100.
Top Ports in 2022: Quinta do Noval Nacional 1931. I have never drunk such a wonderful bottle of Port. I cried with joy.
2023: Fonseca 1966. There are not many better Ports.
2023: Fonseca 1966. There are not many better Ports.
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flash_uk
- Dalva Golden White Colheita 1952
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Re: 1962 Dow LBV
30% opacity, orange brown. Smooth and syrupy, extracted concentrated flavour of oranges.