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Fonseca - Vintage Porto | Port Wine
PHP 9,900
Wine Type: Fortified
Varietal: Touriga Nacional
ABV: 20%
Country: Portugal
Region: Porto
Bottle Size: 750ml
Availability:
In stock
SKU
Product14451
Description
Fonseca - Vintage Porto is one of the most esteemed and iconic expressions from the Fonseca house, crafted only in exceptional years when the harvest quality meets the highest standards. This vintage port is a powerful and complex wine, designed for long-term aging to allow its robust structure, intense fruit, and layered complexity to fully mature. Known for its opulent style, Fonseca Vintage Porto consistently receives acclaim from wine enthusiasts and critics alike, representing the epitome of traditional, handcrafted port wine.
Fonseca’s Vintage Porto is made from a rigorous selection of grapes from the Douro Valley’s top vineyards. After fermentation, the wine is aged in oak for a short period before bottling to capture its bold fruit character and firm tannic structure. Bottled unfiltered, this port is meant to evolve and develop over several decades, gaining depth and complexity with age. It’s a wine with a signature intensity and opulence, embodying the quality and heritage of the Fonseca house.
Fonseca’s Vintage Porto is made from a rigorous selection of grapes from the Douro Valley’s top vineyards. After fermentation, the wine is aged in oak for a short period before bottling to capture its bold fruit character and firm tannic structure. Bottled unfiltered, this port is meant to evolve and develop over several decades, gaining depth and complexity with age. It’s a wine with a signature intensity and opulence, embodying the quality and heritage of the Fonseca house.
Tasting Notes
COLOR:
Deep, opaque purple with ruby highlights, indicating the wine’s youth and density.
NOSE:
Concentrated aromas of blackberry, cassis, and plum, interwoven with notes of dark chocolate, licorice, and hints of exotic spices like clove and cinnamon. Floral undertones of violet add a layer of elegance.
TASTE:
Full-bodied and complex, with flavors of dark berries, black cherry, and fig. The palate is intense and richly textured, supported by firm tannins and balanced acidity. Subtle notes of mocha, spices, and earthy undertones add depth to the fruit-forward profile.
FINISH:
Exceptionally long, with a persistent aftertaste of dark fruit, fine tannins, and a touch of spice, leaving a powerful and memorable impression.
Deep, opaque purple with ruby highlights, indicating the wine’s youth and density.
NOSE:
Concentrated aromas of blackberry, cassis, and plum, interwoven with notes of dark chocolate, licorice, and hints of exotic spices like clove and cinnamon. Floral undertones of violet add a layer of elegance.
TASTE:
Full-bodied and complex, with flavors of dark berries, black cherry, and fig. The palate is intense and richly textured, supported by firm tannins and balanced acidity. Subtle notes of mocha, spices, and earthy undertones add depth to the fruit-forward profile.
FINISH:
Exceptionally long, with a persistent aftertaste of dark fruit, fine tannins, and a touch of spice, leaving a powerful and memorable impression.
Food Pairing
Fonseca Vintage Porto’s intense and layered profile makes it a superb match for bold flavors:
Blue Cheese: Pairs beautifully with robust cheeses like Stilton or Roquefort, whose saltiness enhances the wine’s sweetness and richness.
Dark Chocolate Desserts: Complements dark chocolate truffles, chocolate fondant, or chocolate mousse, where the port’s deep fruit and cocoa notes align perfectly.
Roasted and Dried Fruits: Pairs well with roasted almonds, walnuts, and dried figs, bringing out the port’s earthy and nutty undertones.
Rich Red Meats: Works as an excellent pairing with venison, duck, or other game meats, offering a luxurious contrast to savory dishes.
Cigar Pairing: Often enjoyed with fine cigars, as the rich, complex flavors of the port enhance the experience of a well-aged cigar.
Blue Cheese: Pairs beautifully with robust cheeses like Stilton or Roquefort, whose saltiness enhances the wine’s sweetness and richness.
Dark Chocolate Desserts: Complements dark chocolate truffles, chocolate fondant, or chocolate mousse, where the port’s deep fruit and cocoa notes align perfectly.
Roasted and Dried Fruits: Pairs well with roasted almonds, walnuts, and dried figs, bringing out the port’s earthy and nutty undertones.
Rich Red Meats: Works as an excellent pairing with venison, duck, or other game meats, offering a luxurious contrast to savory dishes.
Cigar Pairing: Often enjoyed with fine cigars, as the rich, complex flavors of the port enhance the experience of a well-aged cigar.
Facts
Wine Type:
Fortified Wine
Country:
Portugal
Region:
Porto
Vintage:
2017
Bottle Size:
750ml
ABV:
20%
Style:
Vintage Port
Vivino Rating:
4.4
Brand:
Fonseca
Awards
Fonseca Vintage Porto consistently receives top accolades for its remarkable quality and aging potential:
100-point ratings from prominent wine critics and publications, including Wine Spectator and Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, for its exceptional structure, complexity, and age-worthiness.
Gold and Platinum Medals at international wine competitions, including the Decanter World Wine Awards, where it is regularly celebrated as one of the finest vintage ports available.
Highly sought-after by collectors and praised for its consistent quality and long-lasting reputation as a top-tier vintage port.
100-point ratings from prominent wine critics and publications, including Wine Spectator and Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, for its exceptional structure, complexity, and age-worthiness.
Gold and Platinum Medals at international wine competitions, including the Decanter World Wine Awards, where it is regularly celebrated as one of the finest vintage ports available.
Highly sought-after by collectors and praised for its consistent quality and long-lasting reputation as a top-tier vintage port.
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