For The Love Of Port

Now the fun began. I figured I would put the guys to the test and I brought out two bagged Ports. The first was a 2000 Fonseca LBV: Not decanted, but the bottle was opened about 4 hours prior. The nose had some faint grape and blueberry, with some excessive heat showing. THe palate was a bit simple and drying, but pleasant berries and a medium/short finish. I'm not a big fan of Fonseca LBV's, as to me, they seem a bit too simple and this was no different. I gave it 86 points that night. However, I am just now having a couple glasses of the bit that remained. The heat has finally started to subside allowing the fruit to show better. I'd give it a 87 today.

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