2008 Quinta do Crasto LBV

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Alex Bridgeman
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2008 Quinta do Crasto LBV

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Served by the glass at the Leander Club in Henley.

Deep crimson and opaque. Slightly sour cherry I the nose - sour enough to make the mouth water in anticipation. Warm and poised entry; restrained fruit, soft tannin and powerful acidity. Under all this is a strong chocolate tone that supports a delightfully delicate and fragrant fruit. Slightly too much acidity on the aftertaste but this quickly fades to leave the very long sour cherry that hangs around for a long time. Very nice port. 86/100. Drunk 5 June 2014.
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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