1995 Quinta do Tedo Vintage Port

[Andy Velebil]

This isn't much different from the below listed TN I wrote back in May 2013. The big difference being, this bottle shows some more youthful fruit, a touch more tannins, and no out of place spirit. And the finish is no longer clipped. It's really turning out to be a lovely VP. Like the previous bottle, this is reaching maturity and is in a good spot right now...and should hold longer than my original estimate; for at least another 5-8 years with ease. A nice non-classically declared VP.
90 Points

Decanted about 6 hours and consumed over the following two. The color is starting to show some evolution but still is predominately ruby. A nose which gives more mature flavors of prunes, a good dose of licorice, and soft ripe cherries. This comes of soft for a short second at which time a good amount of tannins come forth. At which time ripe cherries, pine, licorice, and mint show up. A touch of spirit gives a little warmth as this stays in the mouth and into the finish. A slightly clipped finish. From this bottle it is in a good place right now and is in the perfect place to enjoy. Based on this bottle, enjoy now and over the next few years. If I am not mistaken, this was the first commercial release of a Vintage Port from Quinta do Tedo after the Bouchard's bought it.
89 Points. 2013-05-26