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Exploring the House of Sandeman
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Tuesday, October 9, 2007 |
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Speakers: Ligia Marques, Sandeman Brand Ambassador
Established in 1790 in London by George Sandeman, the House of Sandeman began by shipping Sherry to Britain and soon entered the Port trade as well. The Sandeman “Don” is one of the world’s first trademark images and is still one of the best known icons in the wine world.
Today, Sandeman’s unmatched portfolio of Ports, Sherries and Madeiras is managed by George Sandeman, the seventh generation of Sandeman family to make port. CHARACTER AMONTILLADO SHERRY was the favorite of Flight I. FINE RICH MADEIRA was liked by all, VAU VINTAGE 2000 VINTAGE PORTO was the favorite of Flight II. 40 YEARS OLD TAWNY was the second favorite of Flight II.
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| Flight I |
Votes |
Full Retail Price $ |
Don Fino Sherry
Pale yellow with gold highlights. Aromas of golden apples and almonds are mirrored on the palate. Light-bodied and dry with a slightly salty finish. |
0 |
$15.00 |
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Character Amontillado Sherry
Amber coloring. Aromas of toffee, honey and nuts are mirrored on the palate. Medium-dry with a soft, round mouth feel. The favorite of Flight I |
14 |
$15.00 |
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Armada Rich Cream Sherry
Mahogany with dark gold highlights. Very fragrant nose of caramel, cedar and dried fruit. Rich flavors of caramel, raisins and nuts. Medium-full body with a long finish.
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9 |
$15.00 |
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Fine Rich Madeira
Dark amber color with gold highlights. Aromas of salted nuts with a hint of smoke are mirrored on the palate. Medium richness with a clean finish.
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All Liked |
$15.00 |
| Flight II |
Votes |
Full Retail Price $ |
Founders Reserve Ruby Porto
Intense ruby color. A bright nose of raspberry and roses is joined by cranberry on the palate with hints of chocolate and spice. |
1 |
$18.99 |
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Late Bottled Vintage Porto
Deep ruby color. Aromas of dried strawberries and prunes. On the palate, the strawberries are joined by bright raspberry flavors. Good structure and powerful tannins. |
1 |
$32.99 |
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Vau Vintage 2000 Vintage Porto
Deep, inky red color. Ripe cherry and toffee on the nose with flavors of plum and strawberry. Soft tannins with good ageing potential. Favorite of Flight II. |
14 |
$35.99 |
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Vintage Porto 2003
Deep ruby color with purple highlights. Intense aromas and flavors of blackberries, currants and plum with a hint of pleasant herbaceousness. Full-bodied and concentrated with firm tannins. |
8 |
$69.99 |
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20 Years Old Tawny
Amber color. Rich, elegant aromas of apricots, honey, nuts, spice and vanilla that is mirrored on the palate. Complex with a smooth mouth feel. |
9 |
$54.99 |
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40 Years Old Tawny
Dark amber color with gold highlights. Massive bouquet of vanilla, oak and honey. On the palate flavors of dried fruits, sugared oranges, spices and nuts. Superb balance of wood ageing and vibrancy. The second favorite of Flight II.
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10 |
$136.99 |
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