1970 Graham

[JacobH]

Tasted at a Decanter organised tasting called A Half Century of Superlative Port at the Landmark Hotel, London, on the 14th November 2010 with Johnny and Paul Symington.

Tasting Notes:
Graham 1955
Warre 1960
Graham 1963
Dow 1966
Graham 1970
Dow 1980
Graham 1994
Warre 1997
Dow 2000
Graham 2007
Dow 2007
Warre 2007

General Thoughts

[JacobH]

Dark but translucent. My first thoughts were, apparently: "Is this disappointingly hot on the nose? Is this heresy?". In the mouth intensely sweet, followed by cherries and plums. Hugely long after-taste. Simply fabulous.

[Alex Bridgeman]

Ex-cellars. Gentle mid-red colour, 70% opaque. Warm nose of spicy fruitcake, lots of plum pudding and damsons. Sweet wine, bringing gentle tannins and acidity, with an entertaining dusty component. Rich on the palate, full of candied cherries and dried fruit. Warm fruit-cake aftertaste and an incredibly long finish. One to keep or drink. 93/100. Drunk 14 November 2010 after 6 hours decanting.