1966 Kopke Colheita Port

[Kris Henderson]

1966 Kopke Porto Colheita (bottled 2006) - Portugal, Douro, Porto (12/25/2007)
A spectacular Colheita. The nose smells like Christmas! Lovely scents of baking spices, dried fruits, and nuts. Medium to full weight on the palate with good balance. Didn't notice the alcohol much this time.

Update: I've been slowly drinking this bottle for 11 days now and I'm just finishing up the last glass. Still drinking very nice. The nose has closed up a little but not much. Still great palate weight and a very long finish. Alcohol is well integrated. The dried fruit components have taken a back seat to the nutty and spice aromas. A touch of rancio and leaves which is interesting has also emerged. I did not decant this bottle. Just opened and poured a small glass each time I wanted a taste. I'd say it was best on day 3 or 4 but this last glass is still really good. (94 pts.)