1949 KWV Port 92 Points

1949 KWV Port 92 Points

Medium clear, mahogany hue with fine sediment in suspension, clean, medium high intensity, tertiary character, with quite a strong spirity whiff when freshly poured, touch oxidative and volatile, but in check, showing age and evolution, complex motes of treacle, raision, caramel, sundried stone fruit, complex, with earthy notes and cinnamon spice.

Much sweeter than modern version Cape fortified style wine, however the acidity was bright, fresh and lively, who whould have guest that at 60 years old! complex texture with a tobacco, cigar ash grip, very good lenght, still drinking very well, perfect with brownies.

Certified as wine of origin Boberg, which is the fortified tringle area of the old days, roughly the production vineyard of Paarl, Wellington and Tulbagh.

This is a living testament that South African fortified style wine can indeed mature very well and KWV is a classsic when it comes to that style, underated and a must try. Well done, sweet wines is one of South Africa's greatest assets. Perfect pairings with a chocolate brownie.
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