1970 Graham

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Presented blind by IDJ on Tuesday 25th February 2020 - Emergency @ 67 Pall Mall

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[winesecretary]

Distinctly red wine. Some rubber and varnish on the nose, but that blew off. Very reminiscent of the Graham 1970 I had at New Year, but with the good qualities (rich sweet poached red fruits and red liquorice) better displayed, and the difficulties (rubbery quality) very much less pronounced. This is very good port. I guessed Graham 1970, but easy because I had had it so recently.

[flash_uk]

35% opacity, clear rich red. Dark fruit and spice on the nose. Powerful, full mouthfeel, dark fruit, some pepper, gentle tannins, spice, heat in the finish. I guessed T66 on account of the pepper/spiciness.

[Alex Bridgeman]

A mature red with an element of brick in the tone; 50% opaque. A nose very similar to the Taylor 1980 being shown alongside, with dusty and candied cherry. A lovely, languid texture, with a great set of fruit flavours. Sweet and beautiful with such an elegant aftertaste that leads to a full and rich finish. This is wonderful, delicious Port. Served blind, this was guessed to be Fonseca 1970. 93/100. Tasted 25-Feb-20. Decanted 12½ hours.