1985 Dows Vintage Port

This example from Dow`s has a wonderfully round ripeness of texture, with smooth tannins a well-defined, yet mellow core of inky black fruits.

A fine, classic Dow nose with notes of cloves, raisin and a touch of fig. Not incredibly complex but refined and inviting. The palate is sweet and fleshy, again cloves, red-berried fruit, a touch of spice and dates towards the finish. Moderate weight, certainly not an imposing, alcoholic Dow, but refined with great elegance and refinement.