1997 Taylor’s Vintage Port
£68.00
“A deep black inky core with deep ruby rim. The nose does not have the definition or the ripeness of the -92 yet it is cut from the same cloth. Scents of pure blackberry, blueberry, liquorice, raisin with a touch of dried blood and a sense of being earthier than the previous two declarations. The palate is medium-bodied rather than full-, but has lovely balance and a bewitching sensuality. I love the sense of earthiness to this port and it is adorned with a cohesive, very refined finish. Superb.”
97 Points, Neal Martin, The Wine Advocate
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Product Description
Taylor’s is one of the oldest of the founding Port houses. It is dedicated entirely to the production of Port wine.
About the Wine
After the snowfalls on the 7th January, the Winter and the Spring of the year 1997 were warm and dry. The higher than normal temperatures brought on early bud burst and the berry set for all the vineyards was good. From flowering up to September there were frequent rain showers which meant that the initial advance to the season was lost to a more gradual ripening period.
The weather during the harvest was extremely hot, as a result the fermentation temperatures were high and an extra effort was required to prolong the fermentations. The high quality was evident in the Port wines from the start, with the intensity of the must, good integration of the spirit and powerful, attractive aromas.
Tasting Notes
Additional Information
| ABV | 20% |
|---|---|
| Bottle Size | Bottle 75cl |
| Colour | Red |
| Country | Portugal |
| Critic Score | 97/100 |
| Drink until | 2037 |
| Style | Fortified |
| Sweetness | Sweet |
| Vintage | 1997 |
