1970 Dalva

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Alex Bridgeman
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1970 Dalva

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From a bottle with a mid-shoulder fill. Bronze in colour, 50% opaque. Gentle volatile acidity on the nose, prunes and raisins. Fully mature fruit on the palate, sweet and flavoursome with tannins fully integrated but a nicely balanced acidity. The VA just provides a layer of complexity. A slight burn on the aftertaste, then a lovely burnt raisin finish of tremendous length. Enjoyable mid-quality port that is fully mature. 86/100. Drunk 27-Apr-14. Decanted 5 hours.
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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