NV Quinta do Noval Tawny 20YO (bottled 2015)

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Alex Bridgeman
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NV Quinta do Noval Tawny 20YO (bottled 2015)

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Bottled 2015. Burnt ochre colour with a hint of green on the almost colourless rim; 20% opaque. Strawberry jam and pistachio paste on the nose, interesting and attractive. A nice, smooth texture on entry with the palate filling flavours dominated by Turkish Delight and pistachio nuts before a lovely caramel undertone at the end of the palate. Sweet honey and caramel aftertaste and a honey dominated finish. A real step up from the 10yo. 89/100. Drunk 13-Feb-17.
Top Ports in 2023: Taylor 1896 Colheita, b. 2021. A perfect Port.

2024: Niepoort 1900 Colheita, b.1971. A near perfect Port.
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