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Issue: December 31, 1999

December 31st, 1999 Black Star Dow's "black strap" vintage Port shines in vertical tasting By James Suckling Why does Dow remain such an under-rated vintage Port? Fonseca, Taylor and Graham may attract more attention, but Dow produces some of the best vintage Ports made.

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