What Madeira Have You Opened This Week?

Eric Ifune · Post by **Eric Ifune** » Wed Sep 23, 2020 4:43 pm

1977 D'Oliveiras Terrantez.

Joe Dachille · Post by **Joe Dachille** » Sat Sep 26, 2020 5:31 am

Eric,
What is your opinion of the '77 Terrantez?

I had a bottle quite some time ago, but I do not remember much. It was my first sampling and my expectations were high due to the rarity. I do remember being underwhelmed.

Post by **Glenn E.** » Sat Sep 26, 2020 1:42 pm

Plus, how does the '77 compare to the '71? I believe that I have had both, but not at the same time and far enough apart (and long enough ago) that I have no idea how they compare. Are either really worth the $250-$350 asking price?

Eric Ifune · Post by **Eric Ifune** » Sat Sep 26, 2020 3:00 pm

I got mine awhile ago. I think both the 71 and 88 are better. Still, it's pretty classic and needs a lot of air to show it's best. I'd rather buy the 88 right now.

Joe Dachille · Post by **Joe Dachille** » Sun Oct 11, 2020 5:57 am

1993 D'Oliveras Boal

I thought I had purchased a bottle some years ago, but I can't seem to find my notes (and in doing so, I see my journal is waaaaay out of date). I see that we tasted it on the 2016 Fortification tour, but opted for the '92 malvazia among other selections.

The wine is still opening up, but even though it is young it was very good. Until recently, we had been drinking a Taylor Fladgate 20 Year Tawny, but my first sips of this '93 had good acidity and very nice finish by comparison. Prior to the TF, we had an '86 Faja dos Padres malvazia.

I might be confusing this '93 with a '93 Barbeito that I purchased on the tour. I seem to recall that the Barbeito came in a 500ml bottle (I will have to check my wine bottle library in storage).

Well, now that the '93 is open, I will have to partake as I get my wine journal updated!

Joe D'Achille

Michael R · Post by **Michael R** » Thu Oct 15, 2020 6:52 am

1895 D'Oliveiras Malvasia
1958 D'Oliveiras Boal
1940 Justino Sercial

Post by **Glenn E.** » Thu Oct 15, 2020 10:11 am

Michael R wrote: ↑Thu Oct 15, 2020 6:52 am 1895 D'Oliveiras Malvasia

Love that wine!

Eric Ifune · Post by **Eric Ifune** » Tue Oct 20, 2020 3:12 pm

1928 Leacock EEL Verdelho.
Bit lean when first opened, will see how it develops in decanter.

Michael R · Post by **Michael R** » Fri Oct 23, 2020 7:34 am

Berry Brothers & Rudd Finest Old Verdelho Solera 1851 (bottled 1973)

Mike K. · Post by **Mike K.** » Fri Oct 23, 2020 5:56 pm

Eric Ifune wrote:I got mine awhile ago. I think both the 71 and 88 are better. Still, it's pretty classic and needs a lot of air to show it's best. I'd rather buy the 88 right now.

Thanks for the advice. I’ve always loved the ‘71, enjoying a glass of it right now. Just picked up a ‘88 per your recommendation.

Eric Ifune · Post by **Eric Ifune** » Tue Nov 17, 2020 3:33 pm

Justinos 1996 Colheita

Michael R · Post by **Michael R** » Wed Nov 18, 2020 10:14 am

1940 Welsh Sercial
1920 FV Malvazia

Mike K. · Post by **Mike K.** » Thu Nov 19, 2020 5:36 am

Eric Ifune wrote: ↑Tue Nov 17, 2020 3:33 pm Justinos 1996 Colheita

These Justino's Colheitas (1996, 1997, 1998) are a fantastic value. I always have a few in my cellar.

Michael R · Post by **Michael R** » Sun Dec 06, 2020 1:58 pm

1922 D'Oliveiras Boal (no bottling date, seems like 199x bottling)
1937 D'Oliveiras Sercial (no bottling date, seems like 199x bottling)

Joe Dachille · Post by **Joe Dachille** » Sat Dec 12, 2020 8:39 am

Michael R wrote: ↑Sun Dec 06, 2020 1:58 pm 1922 D'Oliveiras Boal (no bottling date, seems like 199x bottling)
1937 D'Oliveiras Sercial (no bottling date, seems like 199x bottling)

I have had both and both were memorable. Alex Liddell calls the '22 a "reference wine" - 5*. I am saving my '22 for my retirement on 1 / 27 / 2022! Can't wait!

Joe D'Achille

Mike K. · Post by **Mike K.** » Tue Dec 15, 2020 5:04 pm

RWC Porto Moniz Malvasia
So good ...

Michael R · Post by **Michael R** » Tue Dec 22, 2020 3:21 pm

1920 Cossart Malmsey

Marco D. · Post by **Marco D.** » Tue Dec 22, 2020 7:08 pm

Michael R wrote: ↑Tue Dec 22, 2020 3:21 pm 1920 Cossart Malmsey

Legendary wine... hope it showed well.

Michael R · Post by **Michael R** » Wed Dec 23, 2020 6:12 am

Marco D. wrote: ↑Tue Dec 22, 2020 7:08 pm
Michael R wrote: ↑Tue Dec 22, 2020 3:21 pm 1920 Cossart Malmsey
Legendary wine... hope it showed well.

Has been open for only 3 days yet - it clearly needs air. Was very good last night, but it feels like it is still in the improvement phase.

I want to drink it on the 31st - seems a good way to celebrate 2020 coming to a close.

Post by **Glenn E.** » Wed Dec 23, 2020 11:29 am

Michael R wrote: ↑Tue Dec 22, 2020 3:21 pm 1920 Cossart Malmsey

I've been trying to find one of those at a reasonable price... I hope yours lives up to its legendary reputation!

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