Palmer Port, 1962 White Port
White Port
50cl Bottle
Bottle size: 50 cl
ABV: 20%
Price:
$231.69 USD
Description
Exclusive to Vintage Wine & Port
The 1962 White Palmer colheita Port is a type of tawny port wine made from a single vintage and aged in wood for at least seven years before being bottled.which allows them to develop complex flavours over time. A 1962 White Colheita Port would have aged for several decades before being bottled, providing a unique and sophisticated profile.
Tasting Notes:
The 1962 Palmer White Port has a deep golden colour. On the nose there are notes of dried fruits, nuts, caramel, and honey, with potential hints of citrus and floral undertones.
The palate has a rich and velvety texture, with flavours mirroring the aroma—dried apricots, figs, almonds, and a touch of spice. The long aging process has imparted a smooth and lingering finish.
Serving Suggestions
Temperature: Best served slightly chilled, around 12-16°C (54-61°F).
Glassware: Use a port glass or a small wine glass to concentrate the aromas.
Food Pairing: Pairs well with a variety of foods including aged cheeses, nutty desserts, or even on its own as a dessert wine.
STORAGE
The wine is ready to drink and does not require decanting. The bottle should be kept upright and protected from direct sunlight. Once opened, the port should be stored in a fridge and consumed within 3 months.
Samuel Palmer, a late ancestor of the Van Zeller family - once owner of Casa de Malladas - was a maverick and a remarkable icon in the trade of high quality Port shipped to England.Paying attention to every single detail, the Van Zeller family have carefully aged their wines in the highest quality oak casks to ensure that they mature these rare elixirs as Samuel Palmer once wanted them to be.
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Condition
Excellent. Bottled 2023