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LOT 589

Lot 589

GRAHAM'S VINTAGE PORT 2011 (6, OC) WA (95-97)

GRAHAM'S VINTAGE PORT 2011 (6, OC) WA (95-97)
Lot 589 Details
GRAHAM'S VINTAGE PORT 2011 (OC)

Douro, Portugal.

The 2011 Graham’s comes from the five quintas that have been the source for many years (Malvedos, Tua, Vila Velha, das Lages and Vale de Malhadas). It represents a selection of the 131 pipes from a total production of 1,454 and is a blend of 40% Touriga Nacional, 31% Touriga Franca, 6% Sousao and 23% mixture of very old vines. It has a more “serious” bouquet compared to the Dow, with beguiling scents of blackberry, wild hedgerow, tobacco and cloves. Straight-laced, very well-defined and compelling, the palate is medium-bodied with very fine tannins and supremely well-judged acidity. It is utterly harmonious, with a pure core of ripe black cherries, damson, marmalade, clove and spices, and the finish lingers long in the mouth. The separation of “The Stone Terraces” vines certainly does not appear to have detracted from a great Graham’s. 5,000 cases declared. Tasted May 2013. WA (95-97)

6 bts.    per lot $500 - $700

Realised: $792
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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