1983 Ramos Pinto Vintage Port Rather than presenting itself as

Rather than presenting itself as a horizontal wine (with so much complexity that hits you at once)

That extreme balance is exactly why you taste the vintage variation with such distinction

with a 2010 Viña Ardanza Selección Especial (what used to be Reserva Especial) that can challenge any of the recent vintages and hopefully can develop in bottle to reach the heights of years like 1973 or 1964

This too is good stuff

with a hint of licorice

1983 Ramos Pinto Vintage Port Rather than presenting itself asHas more grip and power than the '85, but is still elegant. Deep ruby with a black center, aromas of licorice, blackberries and earth, full bodied, with ripe blackberry flavors, full tannins and wonderful elegance and balance. Wine Spectator