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2001 Wine and Port Vintage

Vintage Summary and Recommendations:


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Welcome to Vintage Wine and Port's 2001 wine page. Read on for our summary of the 2001 vintage, our top recommendations and region reports. Scroll down to see all of our wines currently available. If you cannot find what you are looking for please call us on 01425 837177 or Contact Us. We would love to help you with your wine choice!
The 2001 vintage enjoyed great success in both the old and new world. Overall, there should be a vast array of choice from the 2001 vintage in both reds, whites and sweets for both cellaring and drinking now.

Our Wine Expert currently recommends the following wines for this year:

  • Palmer Port 2001 Single Harvest Tawny Port
  • Ryst Dupeyron Armagnac 2001 Reserve Joseph Millesime vintage Armagnac
  • Chateau Marquis de Terme 2001 Margaux 4th Growth Classification
  • Hooper's Port 2001, Vintage Port

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    This Year in History: Fun Fact: Peter Bray completes the first crossing of the Atlantic Ocean in a kayak.
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    Top Grossing Movie: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
     
    Bordeaux: The 2001 vintage is characterised by wines that are in a classic style, with high tannic qualities and with fresh acidity and medium body. The weather throughout the growing season was cool and cloudy. A mostly dry September and October allowed the late harvest of a large crop. The wines will be relatively slow to evolve given the relatively good acid and tannin levels.
     
    Italian: The 2001 Italian vintage caps off a remarkable string of outstanding vintages for Piedmont that began in 1996. During that relatively brief time period producers gained a great deal of knowledge and experience, both in the vineyard and in the cellar, a positive trend which continues today. In addition, 2001 featured the growing conditions in which Nebbiolo thrives: hot daytime temperatures alternating with cool nights. The favourable weather, along with producers' newfound sense of maturity, combined to produce an extraordinary set of wines. Simply put, for Barolo, 2001 is the most complete of the vintages between 1996 and 2001. These would make an excellent 24 year old wine gift for a birthday or anniversary celebration this year, and will keep well for years to come.
     
    Portugal: The 2001 Port Vintage was a good one, yielding dark and well structured wines. While not generally declared, coming directly after the 2000 vintage, this was an excellent one nevertheless. Some outstanding Single Quinta wines were produced.


     

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    Palmer Port, 2001

    Colheita Port, Douro
    50cl Bottle
    Exclusive to Vintage Wine and Port

    2001 vintage Colheita Port Wine from Palmer.
    This 2001 Port Wine has been stored in seasoned oak casks since the 2001 harvest until bottling in 2019.

    Tasting Notes:
    The 2001 Port from Palmer has a rich tawny colour, due to extended aging in wooden casks. it has a complex bouquet of dried fruits, nuts, caramel, vanilla, and spices. On the palate it is smooth, rich, and well-balanced. Flavours mirror the aromas with additional notes of toffee, honey, and sometimes a hint of oak.

    Best served slightly chilled, around 12-16°C (54-61°F) and use a port glass or a small wine glass to capture the intricate aromas.
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    Price: £29.95
    Stock: 49 in Stock

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    Palmer Port, 2001

    Colheita Port, Douro
    75cl Bottle
    Exclusive to Vintage Wine and Port

    2001 vintage Colheita Port Wine from Palmer.
    This 2001 Port Wine has been stored in seasoned oak casks since the 2001 harvest until bottling in 2023.

    Tasting Notes:
    The 2001 Port from Palmer has a rich tawny colour, due to extended aging in wooden casks. it has a complex bouquet of dried fruits, nuts, caramel, vanilla, and spices. On the palate it is smooth, rich, and well-balanced. Flavors mirror the aromas with additional notes of toffee, honey, and sometimes a hint of oak.

    Best served slightly chilled, around 12-16°C (54-61°F) and use a port glass or a small wine glass to capture the intricate aromas.
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    Price: £39.95
    Stock: 15 in Stock

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    Ryst Dupeyron Armagnac, 2001

    Ryst Dupeyron Reserve Joseph Millesime vintage Armagnac
    50cl bottle

    The 2001 Ryst Dupeyron Vintage Armagnac is a type of Armagnac brandy that comes from a single year's harvest and is aged in oak barrels until it is bottled. Each vintage is unique, capturing the specific characteristics of the grapes and the weather conditions of that year.

    Flavour Profile
    The flavours of vintage Armagnac can vary significantly from one year to another. Common tasting notes include dried fruits, spices, vanilla, nuts, and woody undertones, which develop and intensify with age.

    Serving & Food Pairing
    Armagnac is traditionally enjoyed neat, allowing you to fully appreciate its complexity.
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    Price: £59.95
    Stock: 4 in Stock

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    J W Hart, 2001

    Colheita Port, Douro
    Includes Original Carton Gift Box

    Having spent at least 7 years in cask this 2001 colheita port from JW Hart is essentially a tawny port with a vintage date. This luscious port offers wonderful dried fig, sultanas, Crème brûlée and walnut aromas and flavours, with soft mouthfeel and a high acidity balancing beautifully the port's sweetness. It is finishing off in a long satisfying nutty aftertaste.


    Colheita Port Storage and Serving Advice:
    Colheita Port should be stored in a cool and dry place, sheltered from light and temperature fluctuations, and the bottle should remain in an upright position. If stored correctly, Colheita Ports will keep for decades in the bottle.
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    Price: £34.95
    Stock: 21 in Stock

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    Kopke, 2001

    Colheita Port

    Kopke Port is the oldest port house. Established in 1638 by Nicolau Kopke and his son Cristiano, who came to Portugal as representatives of the Hanseatic League, the House has been run through the generations by several representatives of the Kopke family, obtaining an excellent reputation for its wines.

    Review:
    Port begins as a deep, dark, rich-tasting wine that with the aging progresses. Colheita Port is a special old tawny port from a vintage year. Tasting Note The longer maturation in oak casks, this port a mild flavor and is very spicy and round. Wine and food elegant aroma and exquisite taste are the best advantage with different types of cheese, walnuts and dried apricots.
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    Price: £49.95
    Stock: 8 in Stock

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    Bolgheri, 2001

    Superiore, Tenuta Guado al Tasso Antinori
    ** 96 Points -Parker's Wine Advocate **

    Tenuta Belvedere is the Antinori property in Bolgheri, once part of an enormous estate from which the vineyards of both Ornellaia and Sassicaia were carved out. After an excellent 1998, the wines of both 1999 and, particularly, 2000 were significantly less successful, but the 2001 Guado al Tasso should help forget this temporary unevenness. A dense ruby with purple highlights, the wine is loaded with aromas and flavors of perfectly ripe blackcurrant and blackberry fruit, minerals, sage, and thyme. The wine is more fragrant and more finely-spun than Antinori’s other Bordeaux wine, Solaia, but there is no lack of concentration and density here, though both are tempered by a satiny texture and polished tannins which are all elegance and breed.
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    Price: £229.00
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    Chateau Marquis de Terme, 2001

    Margaux, 4th Growth Classification, Bordeaux

    A 2001 vintage Bordeaux Wine produced by Chateau Marquis de Terme. A very tannic, structured wine with an opaque purple colour and a sweet creme de cassis nose intermixed with damp earth, vanilla, and liquorice, this relatively massive wine has mouth-searing levels of tannin, medium body, and a very backward style that will require considerable patience from its buyers.

    Château Marquis de Terme stands as a venerable emblem of the Margaux appellation within Bordeaux, France. Rooted in a storied history tracing back to the 12th century, this esteemed estate has evolved into a paragon of fine winemaking.
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    Price: £49.95
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    Chateau Mouton Rothschild, 2001

    Pauillac 1er Grand Cru Classe

    "Lifted blackberry, autumn leaf, cedar and a touch of fresh tobacco, the mintiness enhanced by continued aeration. The palate is very tight and slightly pinched at the moment, the tannins a little harder and less fine than Lafite, the finish slightly chalky and foursquare in texture. Personally, I prefer the 2002 to the previous year, but it is still a decent, mid-weight Pauillac that would show better with cuisine. Drink 2013-2025. Tasted November 2010." Neil Martin Wine Journal

    92 points (WJ)

    Château Mouton Rothschild, nestled in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France, is among the most esteemed wine estates globally, celebrated for its rich history and exceptional red wines.
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    Price: £625.00
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    Chateau Sociando Mallet, 2001

    Medoc Cru Grand Bourgeois

    The Sociando-Mallet 2001 is a classic representation of this highly respected estate, located in the Haut-Médoc appellation of Bordeaux, France. The 2001 vintage in Bordeaux is often overshadowed by the legendary 2000, but it remains an excellent year, particularly for producers like Sociando-Mallet, who delivered wines with finesse, complexity, and excellent aging potential.

    Wine Overview
    Sociando-Mallet is known for its structured and age-worthy wines, often outperforming its Cru Bourgeois classification. The 2001 vintage is crafted from a blend of:

    Cabernet Sauvignon: The backbone of the wine, offering structure, tannins, and dark fruit flavors.
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    Price: £59.95
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    Chateau Talbot, 2001

    St Julien, 4me Cru Classe

    ** 90 Points Neil Martin **
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    "This may be the largest vineyard in the Medoc, with nearly 300 acres under vine. There was a period in the nineties where Talbot seemed to be a bit off form, but quality over recent vintages has displayed considerable promise. This estate is capable of producing very special wines, as anyone who has tasted their 1986 or 1982 can easily attest. The 2001, which represents only 50% of the production, is a blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and 5% Cabernet Franc. A dense saturated ruby/purple color is followed by notes of smoked herbs, licorice, cedar, incense, plums, and black currants.
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    Price: £99.00
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    Hooper's Port, 2001

    Vintage Port
    Special Offer | Was £49.95 | Now £34.50

    The 2001 Hooper's Vintage Port is a fortified wine from Portugal's Douro Valley, produced by Hooper's, a brand with a history dating back to 1771.

    Flavor Profile: This vintage is crafted primarily from traditional grape varieties such as Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, and Touriga Francesa, sourced from vines over 100 years old. The wine presents a deep color with violet undertones. On the nose, it offers aromas of oak and maple syrup, reflecting its aging process. The palate is rich with flavors of dried fruits like prunes and raisins, complemented by notes of dark plum

    Serving Suggestions: For optimal enjoyment,
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    Price: £34.50
    Stock: 53 in Stock

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    Quinta do Noval Nacional, 2001

    Vintage Port
    Presented in Luxurious Quinta Do Noval gift Box
    99 Points - Wine Spectator
    98 Points - Wine Enthusiast
    98/100 - Tom Cannavan

    The 2001 Vintage Port Nacional is a late release, declared in 2003. Christian Seely, Owner of Quinta do Noval said that "The 2001 was extremely backward and quite closed up, dense and very tannic. Since we had just declared and released the 2000 Nacional, we decided to lay down the 250 cases of Nacional 2001. The late release has certainly tamed this. It still feels very firm and has a real backbone, but it is not overly drying and it is a lot more approachable than newly-released Nacionals can be.

    Q. Do Noval Director Christian Seeley :
    “Although we declared Quinta do Noval Nacional 2001 officially in 2003, we did not release the wine for sale at the time.
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    Price: £595.00
    Stock: 9 in Stock

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    Quinta do Vesuvio, 2001

    Vintage Port

    The 2001 Quinta do Vesuvio is a very dark ruby colour. The Touriga Nacional’s tiny yields brought great concentration to the wine, while the Touriga Franca, due to the good weather during the harvest, achieved perfect ripening, creating wines of great elegance. The Tinta Barroca was very ripe at the time of picking, with a higher than average baumé, producing wines of excellent structure and ageing potential. The old plantings of Tinta Roriz had lower than normal yields in 2001, giving wines with a typical concentration of berry fruit aromas.
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    Price: £79.95
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