Quinta do Vesuvio, 1994 Vintage Port

Vintage Port
94 Points (outstanding) Wine Journal
** 94 Points- Wine Advocate *

Bottle size: 75cl

ABV: 20%

Price:

$128.14 USD

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Description

1994 Quinta do Vesuvio Port
Esteemed for its impeccable balance, complexity, and aging potential. It exemplifies the mastery of winemaking at this historic estate and stands as a testament to the exceptional quality of Douro Valley Ports.

Tasting Notes
The 1994 Quinta do Vesuvio Port is a deep, rich wine with a complex nose of black fruit, dried figs, raisins, dates, dark chocolate, tobacco, leather, and floral accents. Its palate is rich and concentrated, with ripe fruit flavours dominating. The wine's balance between sweetness and acidity provides structure and vitality. The finish is long and lingering, with a pleasant earthiness and minerality, underscoring its terroir-driven character.

Serving and Food pairing
Vintage Ports are best decanted and served slightly below modern room temperature: 16° to 18° C. This is the kind of wine that can be enjoyed now or aged even further to allow its flavors to develop and evolve over time. Whether you're sipping it on its own or pairing it with a rich dessert like chocolate mousse or a selection of aged cheeses, a vintage port is sure to be a memorable experience.

Quinta Do Vesuvio is a historic wine estate in Portugal's Douro Valley, known for its high-quality Ports. Established in the early 19th century, the estate has a rich history and is known for its exceptional terroir and wine quality. Situated in the heart of the Douro Valley, it has extensive vineyards planted with traditional grape varieties. Quinta do Vesuvio produces a range of Port styles, including Vintage Port, Late Bottled Vintage (LBV) Port, and Tawny Port, using traditional methods combined with modern techniques. The estate's philosophy emphasizes tradition, innovation, and sustainability, ensuring each wine reflects the unique essence of its terroir.

How to store your Vintage Port
Vintage Port, like all fine wines, prefers to remain undisturbed, lying on its side in a dark and at least slightly humid place at a stable temperature of between 10°C and 14°C to mature properly.

Condition

Excellent

Reviews

The 1994 Quinta do Vesuvio Vintage Port has garnered excellent reviews from critics and wine enthusiasts.

Wine Spectator: 96 points, highlighting its terrific aromas of berries and violets, full body, and fine silky tannins.

Decanter: 95 points, praising its deep, dark color and opulent aromas of plums and cherries.

Wine Advocate (Robert Parker): 93 points, noting its expressive nose and balanced palate with complex flavors of blackberry, dried orange peel, and honey.

CellarTracker: An average of 93.7 points based on community reviews, commending its complexity and balance.

***94 Points (outstanding) Wine Journal ***
This has an ethereal nose, nice lift with secondary aromas beginning to come through, with blackberry leaf, dried orange peel, a touch of walnut and honey. Expressive, if a little too open-knit. There is a hint of glue just in the background but it does not get in the way. The palate is very well balance, quite suave with very fine tannins, with subtle hints of cloves, dried herbs and a touch of capsicum with elegant very supple finish. Excellent. Drink now-2035." Neil Martin Wine Journal.

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