Taylor's – Vintage Port 2017
Douro, Portugal – Blend of traditional Portuguese grape varieties
A powerful and elegant Vintage Port from an exceptional year
Taylor's Vintage Port 2017 is an impressive fortified wine that perfectly captures the essence of the house. From a year considered one of the best for Vintage Ports, this wine combines power, elegance and remarkable complexity. The grapes were hand-harvested from the best vineyards in the Douro Valley, including the famous Quinta de Vargellas, Quinta de Terra Feita and Quinta do Junco.
Tasting notes
Deep purple-black in colour with a narrow magenta rim. The nose reveals intense aromas of blackcurrant, blueberry, violets and allspice, with subtle hints of cedar and jasmine. On the palate the wine is medium to full bodied, with a silky texture, lively acidity and a long, powerful finish.
Food pairing
This Vintage Port is an excellent companion for blue cheeses such as Stilton, Gorgonzola and Roquefort. Also delicious with desserts with dark chocolate, nuts or dried fruits such as figs and apricots.
Reviews & Awards
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99 points – Robert Parker's Wine Advocate : "Rich, concentrated and often sensational, this wine is well structured, with an excellent fruit profile."
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98 points – Vinous (Neal Martin) : “A silky Taylor’s, one of the most polished 2017 Vintage Ports with energy and tension flowing through the finish.”
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97 points – Wine Spectator : “A classic Taylor’s with impressive structure and depth.”
Vinification & Maturation
The grapes for this Vintage Port come from the best parcels of Taylor's own vineyards in the Douro Valley. After careful selection, the grapes are vinified traditionally and the wine is aged for 20 months in large oak barrels before bottling. This approach produces a wine with exceptional structure and great ageing potential.
Particulars
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Alcohol percentage : 20%
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Serving temperature : 16–18°C
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Maturation potential : up to 2080 and beyond
Serving advice
Serve this Vintage Port slightly chilled (16–18°C) into a suitable glass to fully develop the complex aromas. Decant if possible to allow the wine to breathe and reveal its full potential.