Ok this is a gorgeous Tawny. Just did some tasting at Kopke.
Just bought a 1965, which I also had in 2020, but this 65 was bottled in 2025, so should show a little differently. This 1957 shows some old furniture polish notes, spice and a touch of warmth (heat) without any imbalance to elevated alcohol. This is a distinct, full-bodied Colheita. Dried fruits, some citrus notes, fig paste and dark cocoa powder. And an interesting herbal green tea note, with tinges of green in the miniscus. A vibrant, transparent, mature Tawny where the sweetness is fully integrated into a singular expression, and I think that pointed alcohol makes a difference. Just an outstanding expression. (95 pts.)
Next tried a lodge that is owned by Kopke, never heard of it before.
A very good but not great mature Tawny. Elevated alcohol that the body could have carried better, some nice spice notes and marmalade. (89 pts.)
And a matured White Port. Quite unique. Honey and quince notes. Rather opulent and rich. Was very surprised by the amber color. (91 pts.)
Gorgeous day in Porto, sunny and 62 degrees!
And a great shot from the bridge showing Porto on the right and Vila do Novo Gaia (port lodges) on the left.
