2011 Quinta do Crasto LBV

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Alex Bridgeman
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2011 Quinta do Crasto LBV

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Bottled unfiltered in 2015. Deep purple in colour with a wide rim. Lovely nose of gentle blueberry. Smooth, soft entry feeling like a goose-down duvet settling over the tongue. Masses of fruit on the palate, reminding me of over-ripe bramble fruit. Lovely tannins give bite but most of the structure comes from the perfect acidity. Beautiful floral finish. Crasto has nailed this vintage and produced a wonderful LBV that will reward time in the cellar. 92/100. Tasted 02-Mar-16.
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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