GRAHAM VINTAGE PORT 2017, Douro

The velvety texture really surprised me — it coats the glass beautifully and carries the boyberry and plum flavors in such a smooth way. A touch of melted red licorice adds just enough complexity without overpowering the fruit. Perfect for sipping after a rich meal.

The cassis and plum notes are so concentrated it’s almost like sipping a berry compote, and that velvety finish lingers just long enough. I opened it after dinner last night and the whole bottle disappeared before I could even think about dessert.

This pours like liquid velvet, and the plum preserves wrapped in that smooth structure made it feel like a special occasion just opening the bottle. I served it with blue cheese and the contrast was perfect — the sweetness of the cassis just melted into the salt.