2003 Dow's LBV Port

[Brian C.]

This can be bought at Dominick's (owned by Safeway) for about $17, if you use your preferred customer card, otherwise it's about $24. The price is certainly within reason. Given that Safeway is likely stocking it nationwide, it's probably going to be pretty easy to find wherever there is a Safeway owned store.

This is filtered. It is grapey, as I noticed someone had described the 2001 LBV. It's very easy to drink, and it has a very pleasant taste. I would not put it in the same league as the Taylor 2003 LBV, though I am guessing I won't be able to get that for $17 anywhere around here. The price point really does make this a lot more attractive. At $24, I would be indifferent.

[Andy Velebil]

Brian,

Thanks for the note, I've never been a major fan of Dow's LBV's for the reason you mention. It typically isn't in the same league as other LBV's, especially in it's price range.

[John M.]

Had this last night on the spur ofthe moment. Paid $23 (have paid $19 before). Decanted for 1.5 hours (would have normally done 4 as I've had this before and this seems the best minimum decant time). Clear color, a little grapey (again, that decanting time helps this). Fruity on the nose-balckberries and other fruits. Finish is long and had a little bite. Very easy to drink. I'd give it a 15 out 20; agree it would be more attractive a couple of dollars less per bottle than $23.

I've had the Dows 2004 and 2001 LBVs (which I actually liked better than the 2003) and after the notes on the Taylors LBV 2003 it seems like I need to do a taste-off, side by side.

[Andy Velebil]

I've had the Dows 2004 and 2001 LBVs (which I actually liked better than the 2003) and after the notes on the Taylors LBV 2003 it seems like I need to do a taste-off, side by side.

Side by side tasting are great as they really reveal a wines good or bad sides. Oh and I expect TN's when you do this