WINE DESCRIPTION
Maynard's Colheita Port is a distinguished and refined example of single-vintage Tawny Port, produced by a respected name in the world of Port wines. Colheita Ports are unique and prestigious, made from grapes harvested in a single year and aged in wooden barrels for a lengthy period before bottling. This aging process, often extending for several decades, imparts incredible complexity, smoothness, and a characteristic nuttiness to the wine. Maynard's commitment to quality is evident in their Colheita, which represents a carefully selected vintage, showcasing the depth, elegance, and nuanced evolution that only extended barrel aging can provide.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Maynard's Colheita Port exudes a beautiful amber color with golden highlights, indicative of its age and refined character.The aroma is a seductive blend of caramelized nuts, dried fruits like figs and dates, and hints of orange zest, alongside subtle notes of spice and oak. On the palate, it is rich and velvety, offering a harmonious balance between sweetness and acidity. Flavors of roasted almonds, vanilla, and a touch of coffee emerge, melded with the mature fruitiness of the wine. The finish is long and elegant, leaving behind echoes of its complex flavors and a warm, satisfying sensation. This Colheita Port is an exquisite sipping wine, ideal for enjoying on its own or as a luxurious accompaniment to desserts, cheese, or a cozy evening.
EXPERT RATING
4.6
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2060
Profile
Sweetness:
Sweet
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Very high
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (5)
Tinta Barroca
Tinta Roriz
ORIGINS
Winery: Maynard's
Region: Douro
The Douro Valley in Portugal is one of the oldest and most iconic wine regions in the world. Located in the north of the country, the region is renowned for its stunning scenery and its production of world-class fortified wines.
The Douro Valley was first demarcated in 1756 and originally applied only to port production. It was extended to include table wine in 1979, with the first glimmer of the region’s potential for non-fortified still red wines appearing when port shippers Casa Ferreirinha launched Barca Velha in 1952. The focus on table wines did not take hold until the 1990’s, following Portugal’s accession to the EU.CUSTOMER RATING
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