1966 Graham

[jdaw1]

A theme suggested by Flash: the ‘Sweet-Spot Vintages’, being 1966, 1970, and 1977, in each of Dow, Graham, Taylor, and Warre. So on Wednesday 17^th June 2015 we gathered at Davy’s Woolgate.

Links:

• Review of the evening as a whole;
• ◊ Dow 1966; ◊ Graham 1966; ◊ Taylor 1966; ◊ Warre 1966;
  ◊ Dow 1970; ◊ Graham 1970; ◊ Taylor 1970; ◊ Warre 1970;
  ◊ Dow 1977; ◊ Graham 1977; ◊ Taylor 1977; ◊ Warre 1977;
  ◊ Sandeman Cask 33; ◊ Sandeman 1977; ◊ Cockburn 1967; ◊ 2013 Sandeman Quinta do Seixo; ◊ Fonseca 1966;
• Placemats (and parameters by which made);
• Food order;
• Planning and arrangements.

[jdaw1]

G66 (originally ‘V’). Cloudy, red, 30% opaque. Mid-weight, sweet and soft, mid weight.

[Alex Bridgeman]

Bottled by Justerini & Brooks of 61 St James's Street, London SW1. Pale brick red colour, mature appearance and with a wide rim, 50% opaque. A lifted nose with lots of spirit and modest fruit. Sweet and rounded entry, mature flavours with plenty of fruit that has evolved well. A good level of complexity with multiple phases, all of which are beautifully balanced. A touch of harshness on the aftertaste then a fabulous coffee and sweet cherry finish. Very lovely. Guessed to be Taylor 1966. 93/100.