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"The intense ruby colour reveals the elegance of this wine, with an aroma of preserved red berries, cinnamon and vanilla, which form a harmonious whole."

"Powerful and dense, this is full of well-structured flavors of dark plum, boysenberry and wild cherry that are accented by notes of mineral and sage. The long finish exudes white pepper and savory spice, with hints of chocolate. Pure and vibrant."

"A sweet spice box of aromas - orange peel, cinnamon, clove - segue onto tobacco and burnt toast flavors. A wave of acidity sweeps in and the finish evokes iodine, mineral and grilled nuts. Fine length."

"Smoke, burnt caramel and vanilla notes mingle in this rich, opulent Malmsey. It picks up a chocolate note before turning dry and smoky on the finish. A slight bitterness adds to the cut."

"Sweet and fruity, with a solid core of chocolate mousse and butterscotch flavors. Toffee and cream notes linger on the well-spiced finish."

"There's plenty of tannic power in this crisp style, offering flavors of raspberry and cherry that show notes of bittersweet chocolate and citrus, which extend on the dense finish."

"Softly-textured and seductive. ...The complex aromatics of the opaque, black-colored 2003 Dow Vintage Port display chocolate, dried oak, black cherries, blackberries, copious spices, and a myriad flowers. This fresh, backward wine offers a medium to full-bodied, deeply concentrated core of spice-laced dark fruits....it boasts abundant layers of candied Damson plums, blueberries, black cherries, molasses, and hints of chocolate before revealing its firm structure."

"Deep ruby colour, ripe fruit aroma. Rich fruity flavour of elegant structure."

"This smells just like English Christmas cake. Full-bodied and very sweet, with plenty of toffee and dried fruit character on the finish. Really yummy."