NV Churchill Tawny 20YO

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rich_n
Warre’s Otima 20 year old Tawny
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NV Churchill Tawny 20YO

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PnP - Certainly a spicy tawny, this leads with pepperiness to the fore. Caramel, apple and a citrus acidity to keep the sweetness in check. Not entirely sure what to make of the nose, it is quite muted. This coats the mouth nicely and there's a good finish. I'm not totally convinced as there is an odd note I can't put my finger on but it's pretty good. This is one of the better 20YO tawnies I've tried.
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Alex Bridgeman
Fonseca 1966
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Re: NV Churchill 20YO Tawny

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Sometimes it's worth experimenting with allowing the wine to warm a little to see if the nose becomes better developed. Sometimes.
Top Ports in 2024: Niepoort 1900 Colheita, b.1971. A near perfect Port.

2025: Quevedo 1972 Colheita, b.2024. Just as good as Niepoort 1900!
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