1955 was an underrated vintage for Port
(considered by some to be one of the most under-appreciated) but one in which
there was a general declaration (22 shippers). Some reckoned this to be the
best since 1948. Generally the 1955 ports are balanced smooth fruity and
concentrated wines capable of extended aging. As for Warre, the first eve
British Port Company started off in 1670, trading in a large variety of goods,
but by 1721 William Warre (grandson of the founder) started trading in port, so
that by the end of the 19th century, Warre accounted for 10% of the trade. It
also started buying land and building a lodge at Vila Nova de Gaia to mature
their ports. I bought this bottle with some old wines (including a couple of
1966 First Growths and maybe the Taylor 63) some time ago. I am sure this will
be a wonderful drink.
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