A vibrant ruby colour turning to brick on the rim. Intense, rich, jammy damson and black cherry fruit aromas. Good depth and complexity on the nose, with additional notes of spice and leather. Finely structured palate with great balance. Again jammy notes on the palate giving way to deep chocolate flavours and hints of eucalyptus.

Ready to drink now but will need decanting as Vintage Ports throw out sediment as they age.

James Suckling, The Wine Spectator, 1998 awarded this port 96/100. Perhaps equal to the legendary 1945 Vintage. Essence of raspberries and black fruit. Full body and medium sweet, boasting loads of fruit and a chewy tannic finish."