NV Porto Rocha Tawny Port

[Kris Henderson]

I looked for the Sandeman Tawny but could not find it so I settled for the Porto Rocha "Fine Tawny". I picked up a half bottle for $11. Here's my note:

N.V. Porto Rocha Porto Tawny - Portugal, Douro, Porto (8/16/2006)
Light ruby / tawny in color. Good clarity that fades to light pink near the edge. The nose gives some dried cherries, cinnamon, a good dose of alcoholic heat, and some plums. On the palate the wine is thick and round with a nice texture. Nicely sweet and enough acidity to keep it balanced. Long sweet finish that is slightly alcoholic. 50 + 3 + 10 + 15 + 7 (85 pts.)

I just opened the bottle tonight and the above note is my first impression. I expect some of the alcohol will settle down in a day or two. This style of tawny is very different from a 10 or 20 year tawny. Not every wine has to be a blockbuster, this is a nice drink when one just wants to enjoy their beverage and not brood over it. I'll have an update to this note in a day or two.

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