The 1927 Taylor's Vintage Port has a similar appearance to the 1924, yet the aromatics develop greater intensity with notes of sandalwood, ginger, cigar box, a hint of Clementine and a nutty tincture that becomes more pronounced, the longer it remains in the glass. The palate is full-bodied with more tannic structure than the 1924. It is exquisitely defined with notes of Manuka honey, liquorice, orange peel, fig and raisin. It shares the beguiling and sensual nature of the 1924 and it is slightly unctuous towards the finish. Endowed with immense length, this Taylor's Port lives up to its lofty reputation. Tasted in the Factory House in Porto for "Taylor's - The Story of a Classic Port House" book. - VM
VM96June 2018