1988 Port Vintage Report
1988 was a very difficult growing year, with bad weather in the spring and summer resulting in a small crop of average quality. As a result there was no declaration of vintage (a mark of the highest quality). Nevertheless, some very attractive single quinta ports were produced.
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Delaforce Port, 1988
Colheita Port
50cl Bottle
1988 Delaforce Colheita Port
A mature and elegant single-harvest Tawny Port from Delaforce, showing the rich complexity and smooth character developed through extended ageing in seasoned oak casks. The 1988 vintage offers an attractive balance between sweetness, freshness and oxidative maturity, making it an excellent example of traditional Colheita Port.
Rich amber-tawny in colour with orange highlights, the nose displays aromas of caramelised orange peel, toasted nuts, dried figs and warm spice. Notes of toffee, raisin and walnut continue onto the palate, supported by lively acidity that brings freshness and balance to the wine. …
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Price: £54.95
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