Dow's 2016 Vintage Port

Olivia Park - Converted my port-hating friend

9/10

Had this after dinner with mates and even my friend who says he hates port was impressed. It's not sweet and heavy like the cheap stuff — there's a real tightness to it that keeps it interesting. Went perfectly with some stilton and walnuts. Would definitely get another bottle.

Henrik Larsen - Good but I expected more

7/10

Tried this at a restaurant and liked it enough to track down a bottle. It's clean and well made, no question, and the finish lingers nicely. But for over £80 I was expecting to be completely blown away and it didn't quite get there for me. Maybe I need to give it more time to open up.

Diana Cruz - Best port I've ever had

10/10

My wife got me this for my 50th and wow. It's so well balanced — none of that burning feeling you get with cheaper ports. You can smell it building in the glass before you even take a sip. I've been rationing the bottle because I don't want it to end.

Marcus Blackwell - Really good but pricey

8/10

The wine shop guy recommended this when I said I wanted something special. It IS genuinely lovely — smooth finish, loads of depth, and it opens up beautifully over time. But £82 is a lot for port. I'd buy it again for a big occasion but not as a regular thing.

Mia Sundberg - Christmas dinner star

9/10

Bought this for Christmas dinner and it was the highlight of the evening. Really smooth for something at 20% — you genuinely can't tell it's that strong. The flavours just kept coming the longer it sat in the glass. Not cheap at £82 but for a special occasion it's worth every penny.