Vintage Port (Library Stock From Sandeman Cellars, Oporto)

*** 93 Points for the Love of Port ***

These bottles were recently acquired from Sandeman’s cellars in Oporto as part of their historic library stock. They have been specially relabelled by Sandeman to mark their 50th Anniversary.

Reviews:
93 Points Roy Hersch: “There is a first time for everything. This gentle giant is one of the very best of the Ports I have had from the lackluster 1967 vintage, which managed to produce a few very well-made VPs. The Sandeman is still in great shape. Due to the lighting it is impossible to tell the color. The aromatics dance out of the glass with ultra-potent, sweet violet and floral notes with a hint of mocha. The flavors of ripe plums, figs and maple lead to a bittersweet chocolate nuance on the extremely long finish. This ’67 is a smooth operator with finesse and delivers a super smooth palate presence. This still has a good decade ahead of it too.” (1/2006, FortheLoveofPort.com)

The 1967 Sandeman’s initial robustness has mellowed and softened still providing a beautiful structure. Will need standing for a couple of days and careful decanting but will go on until 2030 if cellared carefully.