TN: 1985 Kopke Vintage Port

[Al B.]

Decant: 12 hours double decant - Decanted off a large amount of heavy sediment - heavy enough to have been able to decant 24 hours after having been flown across the Atlantic! A deep cherry red colour. A warm and inviting nose with sweet raspberries, a touch of menthol and even some blood orange. Over a relatively short time the menthol disappeared leaving only the fruit on the nose. The wine is thick on entry, with sweet strawberry syrup coming through. Air in the mouth brings out a good mid-palate. The finish starts well but tails off relatively quickly before holding a long time at a subdued level. Slightly above the median for drinking today and has the potential to improve - but I'm not sure how much. 6-6. 90 points