2000 Quinta do Noval

Tasting notes for individual Ports, with an index sorted by vintage and alphabetically.
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Alex Bridgeman
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2000 Quinta do Noval

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Deep red, hinting at transparency. Cabbage nose, reductive to me (but Peter S said slightly oxidised and he should know!) Round and velvety texture with soft fruit hiding big tannins and a powerful acidity. The fruit is of slightly jammy red plums but not in a way that detracts. Lovely soicy finish with great persistence. There are lots of elements of a promising future in this fine port. 92/100. Drunk 24-Sep-14. Decanted 4 hours.
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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