Decanting Fonseca 1985

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Markus L.
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Decanting Fonseca 1985

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Quick question: Fonseca 1985, how long to decant?
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Re: Decanting Fonseca 1985

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I had an 85 Grahams a month ago and did 9 hours which worked out well. Suspect the Fonseca might need a little more air--11-12 hours--as it is reported in TNs to be a bit more robust than the Grahams. I'm sure someone here will give a better, empirical answer--but this one is quick.

Curious to know your result as I have a bottle. Please post a TN. Enjoy!. [cheers.gif]
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Re: Decanting Fonseca 1985

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Markus - as long as you can manage. I'd say that 9-10 hours is a minimum and I would normally aim for 12 or so. Decanting right before you go to bed the night before wouldn't even be a bad idea.
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Re: Decanting Fonseca 1985

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Twelve hours is perfect, from there the VP can open in the glass, but it will be about as ready as you will need it to be. I don't like over-decanting this particular Port just for the sake of dumbing down the tannins, as by 12 hours it is very approachable.
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