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Porto Vintage 1997 75cl

DOC | Porto | Douro | Portugal
CHF 81.10
Critics scores
93 Robert Parker
Somewhat of a lightweight for Fonseca, but undeniably charming, this dark ruby/purple-colored wine offers a floral, exotic, flamboyant bouquet, a sweet, fleshy style, but not a great deal of weight or massiveness. Heady alcohol, sweet tannin, and a velvety texture make for a gorgeous finish. While I would have preferred to have seen more weight, structure, and intensity, this is an outstanding, albeit lighter than normal Fonseca. Anticipated maturity: now-2020.
90 Wine Spectator
Very fruity, with currant and violet aromas. Subtle on the nose. Medium- to full-bodied and medium sweet, with silky tannins and a clean finish. Very like a claret. Tight. Give it a little time to open. This has always been a little disappointing. '77/'85/'97 blind Port retrospective. Best after 2008. 9,500 cases made. –JS
Producer
Fonseca's
Amongst the upper echelons of vintage Port houses, Fonseca consistently produces top-of-the-line quality wines. A name, most experienced Port drinkers know well, Fonseca was first released in 1840 with their inaugural bottle of Vintage Port. This legendary move marked the beginning of a long and prosperous road for the brand. Today, this benchmark producer is owned by Taylor-Fladgate group, but still managed by family - Adrian Bridge and his wife Natsha, daughter of former owner Alistair Robertson. Crafted by enthusiasts for enthusiasts, these wines are artfully designed by David Guimaraens and cultivated in the Cruzeiro and Santo António quintas of the Pinhão Valley, as well as their more recent holding in the Távora Valley, Quinta do Panascal. The culmination of long-lived craftsmanship and skill, alongside the teams’ passion and creativity has made Fonseca the most popular Port producer in the world. Each of their wines carry the distinctive house style, defined by their seductive complexity, fruity opulence and most of all, their link to Duoro Valley’s spectacular terroir.