For The Love Of Port

1981 Ferreira LBV. Bottled in 1987--six years in cask. Decant 23 hours. Slightly cloudy burnt brink red. Came with a T-Cork, no leaks and level was fine. Nose of burnt sugar, maple and raisin. Tastes offered were raisins, pepper, spices, a little earthy. This was slightly oxidized. Acidic & tannic still--the finish was moderate and slightly spicy. Group Avg 86.8 pts.

88 Points

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