Burmester

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1997 Burmester Vintage Port

OCT 16 Ruby, garnet rim. Scented, floral, nuanced, detailed, lovely nose, layered, super nose actually. Fresh acidity, ripe tannins, fresh, fruity, detailed, elegant and nuanced, lovely balance, concentrated but doesn't feel that big, long. 95

Burmester 40 Years Old Tawny

NOV 16 Amber, orange hue. Dried fuits, touch of Christmas spices, some gunpowder, nuts, dried apricots and faint citrus floral and peel notes nose. Fresh acidity, silky texture, smooth and refined, detailed and layered, subdued yet intense, seriously long. Stunning. A touch more refined than last bottle. 96

Burmester 40 Years Old Tawny

OCT 16 Amber with orange-golden hue. Marzipan, dried fruits, lemon and orange peel, elegant nose, if not too detailed. Fresh acidity, elegant and nuanced, refreshing, elegant, superb balance, long. 95

Burmester 20 Years Old Tawny

OCT 16 Deep amber with ruby hue. Subtle, dried fruits, light floral note, faint raisins and marzipan, almost discreet red fruity. Fresh acidity, fresh, vibrant, red fruity notes, dried fruits, touch of nuts, smooth and elegant, long. 90

Light wines

2011 Casa Burmester Touriga Nacional

OCT 16 Deepish ruby. Dark fruits, vanilla, some spices, almost a caressing nose, gentle. Fresh acidity, ripe tannins, soft, fruity, red berries, spices, darker fruits, touch of alcohol, otherwise really soft and gentle. 88