Description and Reviews:
2000 Smith Woodhouse – Vintage Port (Douro, Portugal)
A powerful, classically framed Smith Woodhouse from a declared year—still youthful at heart but opening beautifully. Deep purple-garnet with only a hint of bricking at the rim. The nose is vibrant and layered: blackberry and black cherry compote, cassis and violets, with cocoa, liquorice, cedar and a cool eucalyptus lift.
Rich, mouthfilling palate with sweet dark-berry fruit over lively acidity and firm, fine tannins—polished but still present. Notes of dark chocolate, espresso, clove and crushed rock lead to a long, mouthcoating finish of blackberry, cocoa and orange peel.
Serve: 14–16 °C. Decant 2 hours to throw the crust and open the aromatics.
Food pairing: Stilton/blue cheeses, walnut tart, dark chocolate desserts, roasted nuts.
Drink window: Excellent now with air; prime drinking 2025–2035, with further longevity in good cellars.
Condition Report:
excellent condition
Bottle size:
750ml
ABV:
20
Drink Type:
Port, Port, Douro
Stock:
5 In Stock
Price:
£59.95 inc UK VAT (where applicable) *
* excludes delivery (free standard UK delivery on orders over £100)
