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1997 Fonseca - decant time?
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Jim Christensen
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1997 Fonseca - decant time?
Help! I can't wait - will open tomorrow for after Sunday dinner with a friend - how long should I decant?
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Derek T.
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Re: 1997 Fonseca - decant time?
In about 10 years time 
...but if you must do it now I would give it 6 to 8 hours. Enjoy!
...but if you must do it now I would give it 6 to 8 hours. Enjoy!
Re: 1997 Fonseca - decant time?
Agree with Derek on all fronts (in this thread at least 
) and would tend toward 8 hours given his range.
) and would tend toward 8 hours given his range.Ambition driven by passion, rather than money, is as strong an elixir as is Port. http://www.fortheloveofport.com
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Eric Menchen
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Re: 1997 Fonseca - decant time?
I'm looking forward to the TN. I have one 1997 Fonseca at the moment and am wondering if I should by more as it is my anniversary year.
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David M. Bueker
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Re: 1997 Fonseca - decant time?
Generally similar advice for other major 1997s? I have been eying both Dow & Graham lately.
Drink German Riesling. The low alcohol means you can have a bottle of Port for dessert.
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Glenn E.
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Re: 1997 Fonseca - decant time?
Even at 13 years old, 1997 Ports are still pretty young. I'd give any major brand 8 hours in decanter before serving, and wouldn't be a bit surprised if some of the really big Ports (in this case Niepoort, for example) need 12 or more.
Glenn Elliott