The Horizontal of 1970s, definite article, was held over two days and five flights, Thursday 2nd and Friday 3rd October 2025, at the Boot & Flogger, as organised by Mike who was assisted by Julian.
1970 Krohn. A pale rose red, 30% opaque. A little raspberry jelly on the nose and on the palate. Light, distinctly bitter red fruit on the palate. Surprisingly intense on the mid-palate. A little VA shows on the aftertaste, which is otherwise dirty violet fruit. I didn’t like this, but can’t put my finger on exactly what the fault is. 80/100. Oporto bottled. Double decanted 10 hours.
Top 2025: Quevedo 1972 Colheita, b.2024. Just as good as Niepoort 1900!
2026: DR Very Old White, Graham Stone Terraces 2011, Quevedo Branco 1986 b.2026