Maynard’s 40 yr tawny (b. 2016). Barao de Vilar is parent company, per back label. A darker brown cola than most in the category. Profile is more “Portuguese” with a touch more fruit profile. There is an odd note that can best be described as “dirty” and reminds me of old Casa do Douro stocks that were not well cared for while in cask. A semi sweet profile of dried dates, toffee and coffee. Rather simple overall with some protruding spirit. A rather poor showing for something so old. If this was a 10 yr tawny it would be decent for the class. How this passed the IVDP as a 40 year old is beyond me. There is nothing that comes close to resembling a 40 yr tawny. It does come in a nice package/bottle design though.
84/100
Tasted over two days with no change.
Maynard’s 40 Year Old Tawny Port
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Re: Maynard’s 40 Year Old Tawny Port
Oh No! What a colossal disappointment!
Re: Maynard’s 40 Year Old Tawny Port
Oh, that's a shame. I've been able to source this in the pst for around $50. Each of the bottles I've had were solid, but not excellent. But at that price point, I was always happy.