Taylor’s Quinta de Vargellas Vintage Port 2019 – an elegant Single Quinta Vintage Port

Taylor’s Quinta de Vargellas Vintage Port 2019 is crafted for the discerning port connoisseur. It hails from the renowned Quinta de Vargellas in the Douro Superior region. Here, intense fruit, freshness, and classic elegance come together in a port with great character.

The 2019 vintage displays a beautiful balance between ripe fruit and vibrant freshness. The fruit is concentrated, yet the port never feels heavy. A fresh acidity provides energy and keeps the sweetness elegantly in check. At the same time, the tannins add structure and bode well for many years of aging in the bottle.

Single Quinta Vintage Port with Character

Quinta de Vargellas is located in the Douro Superior region and has been closely associated with Taylor’s for generations. The area’s steep slopes and schist-rich soil provide optimal conditions for port grapes. The warm climate also contributes to great concentration and ripeness.

When Vargellas is bottled as a Single Quinta Vintage Port, the estate’s character is allowed to shine through. The result is a wine with both power and finesse. The dark fruit is accompanied by freshness, spices, and a firm structure.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Intense and inviting, with dark berries, cherries, and fresh raspberries. After a short while, floral and spicy nuances emerge. A hint of herbs adds extra complexity.

Palate: Full-bodied and concentrated with plenty of juicy berry fruit. The sweetness is balanced by a lively freshness. Fine tannins provide structure and demonstrate the wine’s excellent potential for further development.

Finish: Long and elegant with dark berries, spices, and lingering freshness. The finish is harmonious and inviting.

A Port with great aging potential

This Vintage Port is an obvious choice for both collectors and passionate port enthusiasts. It can be enjoyed now but will develop greater complexity with age. If you have the patience, it is therefore particularly interesting for your wine cellar.

When serving, we recommend decanting the port. This allows the wine to open up and reveal more nuances. Serve it with blue cheese, aged cheeses, nuts, or a dessert featuring dark chocolate. Of course, it can also be enjoyed on its own.

The History of Taylor’s and Quinta de Vargellas

Taylor’s history dates back to 1692. The house is therefore among the historic names in classic port wine. Over generations, Taylor’s has built a reputation for elegant and well-structured port wines. The house’s Vintage Ports, in particular, are known for their long aging potential in the bottle.

Quinta de Vargellas plays an important role in Taylor’s history. The estate is located in the Douro Superior region and is among the house’s most significant vineyards. The grapes from this estate are known for producing port wines with concentration, freshness, and finesse.

Taylor’s Quinta de Vargellas Vintage Port 2019 carries on this proud tradition. It is a port with character, depth, and plenty of aging potential. An exciting bottle for both special occasions and a fine port collection.

• Producer: Taylor’s
• Vineyard: Quinta de Vargellas
• Country: Portugal
• Region: Douro
• Type: Single Quinta Vintage Port
• Vintage: 2019
• Volume: 75 cl
• Contains: Sulfites
• Alcohol: 20%