2000 Taylor Vargellas Vinha Velha

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Alex Bridgeman
Fonseca 1966
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2000 Quinta de Vargellas Vinha Velha vintage port

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Deep red and opaque centre. Absolutely nothing on the nose. Very sweet entry, which immediately dries out as the strong tannins come through. Aeration only shows more tannin but always with the cherry juice flavours trying to fight their way to the front of the wine. Impressive, delicious now but likely to be a beauty in a few decades. Finishes with an enourmous aftertaste which leaves the cheeks dry , the lips sticky and the mouth watering from the fruit and acidity. Huge. 94/100. Tasted 27/11/08.
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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Axel P
Taylor Quinta de Vargellas 1987
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Re: 2000 Quinta de Vargellas Vinha Velha vintage port

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Good to hear, just got a bottle.

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uncle tom
Dalva Golden White Colheita 1952
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Re: 2000 Quinta de Vargellas Vinha Velha vintage port

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Also good to hear - got a dozen :D

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