In Bond Fine Wine. 2017 Quinta do Vesuvio, Port, Douro, Portugal. Other vintage port in 1x225cl. Top critic score: 18.5/20 (JH). Drinking window: 2025+. Sold in bond by Albany Vintners, independent fine wine merchants.
James Molesworth (JM) — 97/100 · Wine Spectator, 16/10/2019 · Drink 2035-2055
Intense, with a terrific beam of blueberry, a'a' and blackberry puree flavors coursing along, flanked by graphite and baker's chocolate notes and scored by streaks of licorice snap on the finish. A subtle violet accent weaves in the background, giving this lift and contrast. Offers a sappy, concentrated finish. Best from 2035 through 2055.
James Molesworth (JM) — 96/100 · Wine Spectator, 16/10/2019 · Drink 2035-2055
This offers of a lovely mix of raspberry, black currant, plum and fig pâte de fruit notes, which stretch out slowly over a ramrod straight graphite spine. Bramble, anise and apple wood details are tucked in neatly on the finish, giving this a compact feel for now, but everything is in place for a long, steady maturation in the cellar. Shows a pleasant, dry edge to the finish. Best from 2035 throu…
James Suckling (JS) — 95/100 · JamesSuckling.com, 06/05/2019 · Drink 2025+
Finished aromas of crushed berry, graphite and stone. Full body, very sweet with a tangy almost sweet and sour character. Distinct flavors of dried oranges and dark berries. Medium tannin structure. Very ripe yet fresh. Try in 2025.