Taylors Vargellas Old Vines Vintage Porto 2009 Porto

Description

This Vargellas Vintage is a bold statement – the deep purple-black hue hinting at considerable age. The nose bursts with the character of the Vinhas Velhas grapes, offering abundant notes of plum and cassis, evoking a dense forest, subtly spiced with cloves. A delicate violet undertone adds further complexity. On the palate, the intensity is balanced by firm, leather-like tannins that beautifully support the rich, luscious fruit. It demands respect, certainly, but rewards the patient drinker with remarkable length and energy – a truly exceptional match for a slow-cooked, hearty roast.