2000 Fonseca Vintage Port
Posted: Tue Sep 01, 2009 9:04 am
A nicely dark red color. The nose seems closed offering subtle hints of raspberry, cinnamon, and alcohol. The palate is wonderfully full and rich with firm tannin and good acidity. At this point the wine has seen little air but is drinking well. I suspect it will improve with extended decanting. Right now, 50 + 5 + 10 + 16 + 9
24 hours later a wonderful transformation has taken place. The wine has gained an incredible depth of color and the nose is more complex, adding moist earth and dark chocolate to the mix. The alcohol is very well integrated. On the palate, the tannins are firm and gripping, with noticeable acidity and moderate sweetness. Though more open than yesterday, it does not provide as much pleasure as one year ago. Perhaps this is starting to close down a bit. Now, 50 + 5 + 12 + 17 + 9 with plenty of potential. 93+ points
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24 hours later a wonderful transformation has taken place. The wine has gained an incredible depth of color and the nose is more complex, adding moist earth and dark chocolate to the mix. The alcohol is very well integrated. On the palate, the tannins are firm and gripping, with noticeable acidity and moderate sweetness. Though more open than yesterday, it does not provide as much pleasure as one year ago. Perhaps this is starting to close down a bit. Now, 50 + 5 + 12 + 17 + 9 with plenty of potential. 93+ points
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