1985 was 1 of the 36 declared vintages of the past 100 years by the Instituto dos Vinhos do Douro e Porto - one of the best actually which they describe as “exceptional quality...a classic vintage, harvested under perfect conditions”
Fonseca stepped to it delivering a wonderful that after 30+ years still is powerful yet has integrated any alcohol heat — 6 years ago
Excelente vinho do Porto — 11 years ago
Why do I like this so much? I could sip this easily all night. — 7 years ago
Great fruit and body. Typical sweetness but somewhat restrained leaving it very refreshing. Vintage Port. — 9 years ago
Dan Huddleston
My father in law picked up this gem in Lisbon in 1997 when I snagged a 1994 Fonseca Vintage port. He was looking to spend a more modest amount on a Port to bring home. WOW, what a find. Tawny in structure and color. Well balanced and just a great all around port. — 10 months ago