Taylor Fladgate Vintage Port 1977

Taylor Fladgate Vintage Port 1977

Producer: Taylor Fladgate
Region: Douro Valley, Portugal
Varietals: Traditional Port grape varieties (Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, and Tinto Cão)
Drinking Window: 1990–2040
Aging Potential: 60+ years

Taylor Fladgate 1977 Vintage Port is an iconic wine from one of the most celebrated Port houses in the Douro Valley. The 1977 vintage is widely regarded as one of the best of the 20th century, offering extraordinary structure, depth, and longevity. Crafted from carefully selected grapes from Taylor Fladgate’s top vineyards, this wine represents the perfect balance between power, finesse, and long-term aging potential.

Tasting Notes:

After decades of aging, the 1977 Taylor Fladgate has developed a complex and harmonious bouquet. Aromas of dried black fruits—blackberry, plum, and fig—are beautifully layered with notes of dark chocolate, tobacco, and cedar. Hints of spice, such as black pepper and cinnamon, as well as subtle floral undertones of violet, add further elegance to the nose.

On the palate, this full-bodied Port reveals impressive concentration and depth, with flavors of ripe dark fruit, black cherry, and damson plum. Rich, earthy undertones of leather, roasted coffee beans, and a touch of minerality provide additional complexity. The wine’s silky tannins and bright acidity balance the sweetness, leading to a long, velvety finish with lingering notes of spice and dried fruit.

Producer Details:

Founded in 1692, Taylor Fladgate is one of the oldest and most distinguished Port houses, renowned for its focus on producing Vintage Ports of exceptional quality. The 1977 vintage reflects the house’s dedication to tradition and excellence, with grapes sourced from their finest estate vineyards, including Quinta de Vargellas and Quinta de Terra Feita. Taylor Fladgate Vintage Ports are known for their longevity and ability to develop incredible complexity over time, and the 1977 vintage is a true testament to this legacy.

Wine Details:

• Vinification: Traditional foot-treading in granite lagares, followed by aging in oak barrels before bottling for long-term maturation.
• Alcohol Content: 20% ABV
• Cellar Potential: While already mature, this vintage will continue to age gracefully and can be cellared until at least 2040.

Drinking Window:

The 1977 Taylor Fladgate is currently at an exceptional stage of evolution, with its tannins fully integrated and its flavors perfectly matured. Enjoy now, or let it evolve further in your cellar over the next two decades.

Food Pairing Suggestions: Pair this stunning Vintage Port with strong blue cheeses like Stilton, or rich chocolate desserts. It also pairs beautifully with roasted nuts and dried fruits, making it an ideal after-dinner treat.

Experience the magic of one of the finest Ports ever made with Taylor Fladgate Vintage Port 1977—an enduring masterpiece that exemplifies the power, elegance, and longevity of great Port.