1997 Taylor

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nac
Fonseca 1980
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Re: 1997 Taylor

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Pre-tasting note:
The first bottle from an OWC of 12 purchased en primeur from La Vigneronne on release in 1999 and kept in my cellar since.
Cork came out fairly easily and in perfect condition.
Double decanted approx. 2000 on evening before the tasting.
Lots of sediment.
Condition OK.
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Alex Bridgeman
Graham’s 1948
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Re: 1997 Taylor

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Deep red colour just hinting at red-brown brick tones, opaque centre with a wide rim. Fragrant nose showing red cherry fruit and some lovely floral tones combining to give a very inviting aroma. Balanced and poised on entry, full of black cherry showing in a youthful and primary way. The nicely structured palate gives way to a fragrant fruit aftertaste and finish of phenomenal length. Very lovely, just missed out on a place in my Wine of the Night voting. Double-decanted for 22 hours. 93/100.
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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rich_n
Warre’s Otima 10 year old Tawny
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Re: 1997 Taylor

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A closed, spirity nose. Similarly closed on the palate but with a minerality. Eucalyptus. Not aggressively tannic but seems like it's holding back.
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flash_uk
Graham’s 1977
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Re: 1997 Taylor

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55% opacity, dark red. Nose has violets. Rich, spice, tannin still lingering, redcurrants.
winesecretary
Fonseca 1980
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Re: 1997 Taylor

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Fine dark colour. Watery rim. Pine needles on the nose. Powerful palate. Violets, and a attractive green note. Quite warm later but the fruit pulls it back into line. Good.
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