It comes in at 92 grams per liter of residual sugar. Opening with a familiar rush of sugar – although it is not particularly on the sweet side given the paper statistics– this is a bit light in the mid-palate and quite delicious, with some alcoholic burn underneath. Tightening quickly with air, it becomes more austere and pointed all the while. RP
$ 540
Barros Vintage Port 2011
WS
94
JS
93
This explodes on the palate, with power and intensity to the wild plum, raspberry and blueberry flavors, supported by plenty of fresh acidity. Distinctive, revealing powerful notes of smoke and spice on the refined finish. WS