Taylor's Vargellas Vinha Velha Vintage Port

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Taylor's Vargellas Vinha Velha Vintage Port

Name: Taylor's Vargellas Vinha Velha Vintage Port
Brand: Taylor's
Price: null USD
Rating: 5 (0 reviews)

Portugal, Douro

Red fortified wine

5.0

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WINE DESCRIPTION

Taylor's Vargellas Vinha Velha Vintage Port is a premium fortified wine produced by the renowned Taylor's Port house. This wine is made from grapes grown in the Vargellas vineyard, which is known for its exceptional terroir and old vines. The vineyard's unique features, such as its steep slopes and schist soil, contribute to the wine's complexity and depth of flavor. The winemaking process involves traditional methods, including foot treading and aging in oak barrels, resulting in a rich and full-bodied wine with intense fruit flavors and a long finish. This vintage port is a perfect example of the classic style of Taylor's, showcasing the best of the Douro region.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Taylor's Vargellas Vinha Velha Vintage Port shows a deep, dark ruby color in the glass.Its aromas of dried fruit, plums, raisins, and figs mingle with hints of tobacco, leather, and earth. On the palate, flavors of dark cherries, plums, and blackberries are balanced by a touch of mocha and spice. The tannins are firm and well-structured, leading to a long and elegant finish. Overall, this is a classic Vintage Port, with excellent complexity and depth.

EXPERT RATING

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Crisp

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GRAPES (4)

Touriga Franca

Tinta Roriz

ORIGINS

Winery: Taylor'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.

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