1997 Sandeman Vau
- Alex Bridgeman
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1997 Sandeman Vau
Tasted at the Confraria dinner. Two double magnums were tasted side-by-side, one matured in the UK and the other matured in the Sandeman cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia. This bottle was matured in Vila Nova de Gaia. Deep red. Gentle fruit showing on the nose, fresh and clean. Showing on the nose to be in the early stages of maturity but with plenty of time ahead of it. Soft juicy tannins on a soft, juicy palate; gently chewy with raisins and redcurrants drifting along the finish. Lovely port, softened and rounded. 87/100. 22-Jun-17. Decanted 12 hours.
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