Eight hour decant, completely opaque. Nose mostly closed but a hint of prunes.
Closed and very sweet for a Fonseca, almost treacle, again with prunes and figs, but without the spiciness I have come to expect from the house . After a couple of days, had opened up a bit, but was still not ready, and somehow doubt that it will be within the next decade.
1997 Fonseca
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Re: 1997 Fonseca
Very interesting tasting note. I don't see this Port drunk very often so useful to see a current impression.
I shall leave my handful in storage for a bit longer.
I shall leave my handful in storage for a bit longer.
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