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1975 Taylors Vintage Port - Golden burnt orange and moderate I weight. Light berry aromas that are a little sharp, touch of maple honey. The brandy is pronounced, orange and with a spicy, syrupy finish. Mature. Have had this before is this far and away a better showing. This was the WOTN by the group by a large margin--all but one had it either #1 or #2.
91 Points
1960 Ferreira Vintage Port - Saturated cork; had leaked a little. Faded red orange brick to light rust--rim runs to clear yellow, just a tad cloudy. Most said this had a musty odor; I perceived it as dried stalks of wood. Light aerie and delicate, the flavors take time to discern but I picked up cherry-strawberry in a gentle finish that lingers. Little touches of tar, sweet prune. I love how delicate this port is; if you pay attention and are patient you will be rewarded with little bits of different nuanced flavors.
93 Points
1978 Croft Quinta da Roeda - Pastel burnt orange-looks like sherry. Clear. Touch of vanilla on nose. A bit of berry, cooked plum and finishes better than it starts. This lacks good structure and may be past its prime; on its own is fine but with competition shrinks. Paid $37, so a good one at that price.
88 Points
Harvey's Gold Cap Ruby Port - Found in a family liquor closet, it looks quite old (I'm guessing 1950-1965). Provenance was poor (upright and is a warm closet). A beautiful burnt yellow color but this was clearly oxidized and undrinkable.
N/R
1991 Smith Woodhouse Vintage Port - Lovely light brick red, almost a pastel middle. Strong berry aromas, just a little damson plum and white pepper. Warm sweet red fruits, mostly berry, a little mint. Sweet and nicely balanced with a smooth moderate finish. Quite pleasing.
91 Points
1995 Souza Vintage Port - Light brick garnet red but a little cloudy. Strong prune, light plum aroma. Mature grape, a little rhubarb but seems thin. Enjoyable yet this bottle seems a tad off from prior ones.
89 Points
