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2005 Quinta do Vesuvio
Re: 2005 Vesuvio
90% opacity. Bit closed on the nose. More structure than the '04, good balance of acidity, fruit, tannin. Nice port.
Re: 2005 Vesuvio
V05 95% opacity. A lovely balance of acidity and heat on the finish with a very smooth aftertaste.
90 Points
90 Points
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Re: 2005 Vesuvio
Deep red with a narrow rim, hinting at youth. Closed on the nose with a little smoky menthol. Satin smooth entry with balanced fruit ; sweet blackcurrants and powerful acidity. The tannins are subdued and gentle. The late palate is full of silky, perfumed fruit. Concentrated blackcurrants on the finish round off a lovely port. 89/100.
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Re: 2005 Quinta do Vesuvio
V05. Big and lovely, soft with raspberries. Immature. Worryingly approachable.