Taylor's – Very Old Single Harvest Port 1961 – 0.75 Ltr. Gift box
Douro, Portugal – Blend of traditional grape varieties
A rare and majestic Tawny Port from the heart of the Douro Valley
Taylor's Very Old Single Harvest Port 1961 is an exceptional Tawny Port, produced from a single harvest and matured for six decades in oak barrels in the cellars of Vila Nova de Gaia. This wine represents the art of long-term wood aging, resulting in a Port of unparalleled complexity and elegance.
Tasting notes
Light mahogany brown with a golden sheen and olive green reflections. On the nose a layered and multi-dimensional aromas of molasses, dried fig and sultanas, mingled with nutty marzipan. On opening scents of cedarwood and dried tobacco leaf appear, together with subtle spicy notes of black pepper and cardamom and a fleeting fresh hint of citrus. On the palate the wine is dense, round and concentrated, with a thick velvety texture, quite rich and sweet in the mid-palate, but then lifted by a burst of fresh acidity on the finish, which is full of lingering flavours of butterscotch, almond, orange marmalade and dried fruit.
Food pairing
Excellent with desserts such as crème brûlée, tiramisu, nut tarts or a plate of wild strawberries. Also delicious in combination with blue cheeses, figs or as a digestive with roasted nuts.
Reviews & Awards
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97 points – Farr Vintners : “A stunningly complex nose of caramel, toasted baguette, wood smoke, spice and Christmas cake. The palate is soft, thick, dense and coats the palate with a precise, elegant and complex finish that leaves a warm and spicy glow.”
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94.8 points – CellarTracker : Average score based on 7 community reviews.
Vinification & Maturation
This Port comes from a single harvest and has been aged for 60 years in oak barrels in Taylor's cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia. This prolonged ageing has resulted in a wine of exceptional complexity and elegance.
Particulars
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Alcohol percentage : 20%
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Serving temperature : 12–16°C
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Size : 0.75 liter
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Maturation potential : Ready to drink; stays fresh for up to 2 months after opening
Serving advice
Serve slightly chilled between 12–16°C. No decanting is necessary. Store the bottle upright, protected from direct sunlight and at a constant, cool temperature.