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Taylors Vintage Port Quinta de Vargellas 2015 75cl
The "Latour of the Douro" is Taylor's single Quinta Vintage port.
The best and most enduring vintage ports are unquestionably those made by Taylor's. The best wines from each of their three estates, which includes Quinta de Vargellas, are set aside to age after each harvest. A tasting panel determines whether the wines are deserving of the label "vintage" after two years. The 2015 vintage was not officially declared. However, the single estate editions are often released due to their early maturing nature.
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"Vargellas is always associated with violet aromas as well as the strength and the power of its wines inside a velvet glove. The 2012 is concentrated yet soft and smooth on the surface. It's fruity and fresh while brooding inner strength." Awarded 94 Points - Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast
Awarded 94 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Awarded 93 Points - Wine Spectator
Awarded 92-93 Points - James Suckling
Awarded 94 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Awarded 93 Points - Wine Spectator
Awarded 92-93 Points - James Suckling
Grape: Tinta Amarela, Tinta Barroca, Tinta Cao, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Francesa, Touriga Nacional
"The winter preceding the 2012 harvest was much drier and colder than is customary. Budburst occurred towards the third week in March under very dry conditions, with good levels of rainfall occurring in April and early May. Flowering occurred between the 14th – 30th May. Good weather continued during June and July leading to the healthy development of the vines. In midAugust, the grapes were still very low in sugar and with high levels of acidity. The vegetation however, was remarkably healthy for the time of year. The fully performing canopies and fewer grapes resulted in a significant and continuous ripening of the crop during the duration of the harvest. As a result, picking started on the 20th September at Vargellas, with a small pause on the 24th for a few hours of rain, but good weather prevailed for the rest of the harvest."
Fine and delicate on the nose with fruit aromas blending with wild herbs and hints of vanilla. Berry fruit flavours flow through the entire palate with wiry tannins and a wonderfully harmonious finish.
Best served with blue-veined and other richly flavoured cheeses alongside dried fruits such as apricots and figs.
| Wine Brand | Taylors |
|---|---|
| Country | Portugal |
| Volume (cl) | 75 |
| ABV (% vol) | 20 |
| Wine Style | Medium bodied |
| Wine Region | Douro |
| Closure | Cork |
| Port Style | Vintage Port |
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