Blackish core to the deep blood red colour. Deep spicy/chocolaty/plum and blackberry nose. Ripe, full bodied tannins and extract on entry (but not astringent) – some warmth – moderate sweetness but good overall balance with integrated acid and alcohol. The first of all those so far with a decent mid-palate and finish. Excellent LBV, drinking now and perhaps for 10 more years. 90/100. Showed some interesting graphite and cranberry notes next day, and showed less oxidation than the Grahams ’97 after a similar time.
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1998 Quinta do Noval LBV
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