Dow's 2011 is a legendary Vintage Port. PortDB estimates it is ready to drink from 2033, with its prime lasting through 2091 and decline expected from 2126. The estimate uses the structured house style and this wine’s legendary quality tier.
Drinking window
Ready to drink from 2033 · prime to 2091 · declining from 2126
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The model suggests opening this wine from 22 years after harvest, with a prime lasting another 58 years. It may still drink well after that, with decline expected around 115 years after harvest.
About the wine
Wine Spectator 2014 Wine of the Year, #1 Top 100, 99 pts; first fortified/Portuguese wine to top the list since 1997
SourceWine Spectator Top 100 2014: #1 Wine of the Year, Dow's 2011, 99 pts
The quality tier reflects critic consensus and our editorial judgement. Drinking windows are estimates; storage and bottle condition affect how a wine ages.
2011 in context
PortDB records 18 wines from 2011, including general Vintage Ports from 14 recorded houses. Compare the other 2011 wines in our guide below. Each link opens a wine profile or its entry on the vintage page.
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