Fragrant and perfumed nose, elegant with a dose of sloe and a promise of acidity. Modest body with high levels of acidity and good bramble fruit that is sweet and refined. The fruit leads on the aftertaste and slowly changes to a lovely chocolate and blackcurrant finish. This is a very nice, medium-bodied port that has plenty of acidity and modest tannins which will evolve into a refined and elegant port. Potentially great value for money if offered at an attractive price. 88-90.
Tasted 12 September 2018.
2016 Skeffington
- Alex Bridgeman
- Fonseca 1966
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2016 Skeffington
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Re: 2016 Skeffington
Sk16 Deep Ruby red but a bit duller than some in colour. Good fruits on nose and palate, lots of acidity, but well balanced. A very drinkable port and looks to be a good buy for the longer term from the budget end.
92 Points
92 Points
Re: 2016 Skeffington
85% opacity, dark red. Strawberry nose. Fruit entry, dry finish, tannins medium coarseness. Low to middling acidity, strawberries.