Cliff decided that we needed a Celebration of 1955, and volunteered many many bottles. Harry organised. Others were grateful. It started at lunchtime, on Tuesday 13th June 2023, at the Boot & Flogger.
An attractive mature bronze colour, 40% opaque. Gentle sweet redcurrant and spicy nutmeg nose, very nice. Smooth texture with a nice grip and plenty of fruit on the palate. Big and fragrant aftertaste with a huge cranberry and bitters finish. The finish is huge; it's dominated by the fruit but the fruit is backed by the tannins and acidity. A wine so balanced, so impressive. Ferreira's style is usually pure elegance and balance, but this wine has power as well as finesse. 93/100. Tasted 13-Jun-23.
Top Ports in 2023: Taylor 1896 Colheita, b. 2021. A perfect Port.
2024: Niepoort 1900 Colheita, b.1971. A near perfect Port.