Niepoort Colheita 2005 Bottled In 2017
Deep reddish amber colour with a light plummy nose. This port had fruit flavours very much to the fore suggesting that a significant part of the ageing had been done in large vessels. However the sweet fruit elements were pleasantly balanced by more than a hint of dry oak giving a pleasantly balanced and elegant effect.
Quevedo LBV 2012
Deep but bright ruby colour with a fresh and fruity nose. Tasting revealed a port which exhibited great balance and depth. The sweet grapey fruit flavours were balanced with just the right amount of tanin so that there was a pleasing harmony between the sweet and bitter elements. The fruit was fresh in character but the body was so full that this only enhanced the overall effect.
