dow's vintage

UN BEL VINTAGE PORT

1997 Dow's Vintage Port
SKU #240097
95 points Wine Spectator
Outer quote mark Warm and inviting, with a worn leather feel to the mix of dried anise, espresso, bittersweet cocoa, steeped fig and mulled currant notes, which move seamlessly together through the buckwheat-edged finish. There's plenty here to like now, but this has ample energy for additional development. (JM, Web Only-2017) Inner quote mark

94 points Wine Enthusiast
Outer quote mark Mouthfilling and round, without any sharp edges, but this wine remains extremely firm and dense, with several decades of life ahead of it. Dried fig, chocolate and black licorice flavors only hint at what lies ahead. Inner quote mark (3/2008)

92 points Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar
Outer quote mark Good full ruby. Lightly floral aromas of blackcurrant, maple syrup, mocha, espresso and fresh herbs. Lush and medium-sweet, with very good intensity, bright acidity and a deep, tight core of fruit. Subtle and juicy rather than unctuous or powerful, and impeccably balanced. Long, youthfully aggressive finish features a note of dark chocolate and sneaky persistence. This has the grip to reward 15 years of cellaring. (ST) 92+ Inner quote mark (6/2000)

90 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Outer quote mark An evolved, less massive than normal port, the 1997 Dow's displays a dark ruby/purple color, attractive licorice, chocolate, and roasted coffee aromas, medium to full body, sweet tannin, and a moderately tannic finish. This excellent vintage port should drink well between 2004-2025. (RP) Inner quote mark (12/1999)