1966 Warre

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PhilW
Quinta do Vesuvio 1994
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1966 Warre

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On Monday 24th September 2012, several members of TPF met at TBH for a dual mini-vertical of Warre's and Fonseca ports of the same years.

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Alex Bridgeman
Graham’s 1948
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Re: 1966 Warre

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Mid red, dark rose rim; 40% opaque. Hollow on the nose compared to the previous two Warre vintages at this tasting; a swirl releases attractive nutmeg and vanilla cream. Fruit flavours build gradually to a delicious strawberry jam on the palate but with a slight dryness to it; comes with a nice structure. Lovely tobacco tones and sweet, ripe fruit. Big tobacco hints on the finish; good length with concentrated sweet strawberry. 89/100. Decanted 8 hours
Top Ports in 2022: Quinta do Noval Nacional 1931. I have never drunk such a wonderful bottle of Port. I cried with joy.

2023: Fonseca 1966. There are not many better Ports, except a good bottle of Fonseca 1927. Wow!
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Re: 1966 Warre

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W66, decanted 11:00. Dark red, 40% opaque. Palate: lovely sticky red fruit, leather mid-palate, and gentle heat throughout. That stickiness was very very long.
PhilW
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Re: 1966 Warre

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Rating: Very Good
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