![]() It is a livewire young Port, brimming over with energy and bridle and with an almost citrus-fresh finish that leaves the mouth tingling. I must admit to being shocked how tense and agile this Cockburn’s is showing. The palate is medium-bodied and full of tension. It has an irresistible nose with black plum, raisin, vanilla and blackcurrant, super-concentrated but managing to maintain superb delineation. "The 2017 Cockburn’s Vintage Port, picked from August 28, comes mainly from Quinta dos Canais (74% of the blend.) It sports an iridescent purple hue. Drink from 2030" Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, Oct 2019 ![]() Depth and structure ensure long-term aging. A jammy blackberry flavor shines through and is lifted by bright acidity. "This wine’s opulent intensity comes from the powerful tannins. Best from 2032 through 2050" James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, Oct 2019 "Packed with creamed blueberry, açaí berry and boysenberry fruit and carried by waves of velvety structure and warm fruitcake notes, this is showy in style, featuring an embedded graphite spine, alluring spice details and a flash of floral nuance through the finish, imparting superior range and length. ![]() It goes on for minutes" James Suckling, Jamessuckling, May 2019 Full body, tannic yet so finely grained in texture. "Insane aromas of crushed berry, flowers and lifted ester like a fermenting lagar. ![]()
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