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1976 Fonseca Guimaraens Vintage Port DOC

Fonseca Porto

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The fortified wines Fonseca Guimaraens Vintage Port DOC, vintage 1976 from the winery Fonseca Porto has been rated in 2016 with 92 Falstaff points. It is a wine made from the region Douro in Portugal.

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Tasting from 12.02.2016

Strong ruby garnet, violet reflections, clear orange reflections. Fine nougat, delicate dried figs, a hint of soybean oil, underlaid with delicate cherry fruit, pleasant herbal spice. Juicy, elegant, well-integrated sweetness, finely spiced tannins, round and harmonious, stays well on the palate, has reached its drinking peak, versatile. (2015)

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Deep ruby garnet, violet reflections, orange reflections on the rim. Fine cherry confit, a hint of black tea and forest floor aromas, delicate nutty notes. Powerful, distinctive tannins, ripe plum fruit, delicate nougat and orange on the finish, already ready to drink.

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Medium ruby garnet, good color core, subtle edge brightening. Very seductive bouquet, nuances of cassis, mint and eucalyptus. Distinct sweetness on the palate, great depth of fruit and concentration, lingers well, fine honey touch on the finish, fully mature.

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Region
Douro, Portugal
The Douro is one of the largest, but even more so one of the most famous wine regions and is synonymous with one of the most famous fortified wines in the...
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Region: Douro, Portugal
Winery: Fonseca Porto
Category: Fortified Wines
Vintage: 1976
Price: ab 100 €
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Fonseca Porto

Quinta do Panascal
5120-496 Valença do Douro
Portugal
+351 (254) 732321
[email protected] www.fonseca.pt

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