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1998 Stanton & Killeen Vintage Port

Rutherglen, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$34. 99
Bottle
$419.88 Dozen
Closure: Cork

Chris Killeen has set himself the goal of producing exceptional Vintage Ports but not in the big sweet Australian style. He uses Portuguese grapes – Tinta Cao, Tinta Barroca, Touriga Nacional together with Shiraz and Durif. The result is an elegant dry style of Vintage Port that has the capacity to live for 20 years.

Tasting Note: Very deep crimson brick red colour. The nose is a delight with perfumed raisin notes followed by marzipan and very fine brandy spirit. The palate flavours are magnificent – multi layered with the flavour of ripe figs, raisins, ripe dates and anise emerging over a very fine old brandy background. The wine has outstanding length, perfect balance with very long aftertaste of figs, raisins, prune, liquorice and spice.
Cellar 10-20 years (2013-2023)
Alc/Vol: 18.0%

RATING: 95/100

VALUE: XXXXX/5