TN: 1996 Quinta do Vesuvio Vintage Port

[Al B.]

Decant: 24 hours - Deep red, almost opaque in the centre. Blackcurrants dominate a huge nose. Beautiful balance on entry. Lots of fruit early on and in the middle. Acidity provides some elegant structure but the tannins are hiding behind the mask of the youthful fruit. The tannins really come through early in the aftertaste, but only serve to support the chocolate aftertaste. Will be much better in 10 years! 88 points