Churchill’s Crusted Port 2015

Churchill’s Crusted Port 2015 is a classic and characterful port with depth, complexity and elegance. This port is created in a style reminiscent of Vintage Port, but is ready to be enjoyed earlier. This makes it a great choice for those who want a great Port experience without waiting decades.

In the glass, the wine appears with a dark cherry color. The aroma is complex and inviting with notes of ripe blackberries. There is also a fine mineral undertone that adds extra depth. The aromas are clean and well-defined.

The taste is fresh and well-balanced. The fruit is intense and precise. The wine has a good firmness and a nice structure. The tannins are clear and give a distinctive bite. The aftertaste is long and tannic with great balance. This is a port with both power and elegance.

Churchill’s Crusted Port 2015 is ready to enjoy now. It will also develop beautifully over the next 10 years. Over time, it will achieve even greater complexity. It is reminiscent of a mature Vintage Port. The wine should be stored horizontally and handled with care. The precipitate, also known as the crust, is a natural part of the experience.

Crusted Port is a blend of Port wines from two consecutive years. The wine is aged briefly in oak barrels before bottling. It is then aged for several years in bottles in the cellar. Churchill’s allows their Crusted Port to mature extra long. This results in softer tannins and greater complexity. The year number indicates the year of bottling.

The wine is perfect with blue cheese, mature cheeses and dark chocolate. It’s also a great way to finish a great meal.

Tasting notes

The palate is rich and structured with notes of blackberry and dark cherry. There is also a mineral note. The tannins are firm and give good bite. The finish is long, complex and well-balanced.

The history of the house

Churchill’s is a family-run port wine house based in Vila Nova de Gaia and the Douro Valley. The house was founded in 1981 by Johnny Graham. The vision was to create port wines with a more personal and dry style. At the same time, the classic traditions had to be respected.

At Churchill’s, the focus is on quality and authenticity. The grapes are harvested by hand and carefully sorted. They are stepped with their feet in traditional lagares at Quinta da Gricha. This ensures a gentle extraction and preserves the natural character of the grapes.

Sustainability is an important part of the philosophy. Churchill’s works according to international standards for sustainable agriculture. The focus is on minimal waste and the use of recycled materials. The wines are created with future generations in mind.

• Producer: Churchill’s
• Wine: Crusted Port
• Vintage: 2015 (bottling year)
• Country: Portugal
• Region: Douro
• Grapes: Traditional Douro grapes
• Type: Port wine
• Flavor: Full-bodied, complex and structured
• Serving: Perfect with blue cheese, mature cheeses and chocolate
• Serving temperature: 14-16 °C
• Aging potential: 10+ years
• Quantity: 75 cl
• Contains: Sulfites
• Alcohol content: 20%