Taylor's 1997 Vintage Port

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Taylor's Vintage Port 1997

Producer: Taylor Fladgate | Appellation: Douro Valley, Portugal
Vintage: 1997 | Classification: Vintage Port
Grape Varieties: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz & others
Drinking Window: 2010–2055 | Aging Potential: 50+ years

The Wine

The 1997 Taylor’s Vintage Port is a magnificent expression of the house’s hallmark power and elegance. Declared in a year marked by ideal harvest conditions, this wine reflects Taylor’s classic structure, depth, and capacity for long-term aging. Now over two decades old, it is maturing beautifully, offering both primary fruit and complex tertiary notes.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Deep and aromatic, with notes of blackberry, black cherry, fig, violets, liquorice, and hints of spice and eucalyptus.

Palate: Full-bodied and rich, yet refined, with velvety tannins and flavours of plum, cassis, dark chocolate, and clove. The wine shows both youthful fruit and evolving layers of dried fruit and balsamic complexity.

Finish: Long with lingering notes of black fruit, spice, and mint, supported by a firm yet integrated structure.

Producer Details

Founded in 1692, Taylor Fladgate is one of the most prestigious Port houses, renowned for producing consistently exceptional Vintage Ports. Taylor’s wines are prized for their structure, longevity, and distinctive aromatic lift. The 1997 vintage continues that legacy, balancing richness and finesse in a way few others can.

Wine Details

Vinification: Foot-trodden in traditional lagares; aged for 2 years in cask, then bottled unfiltered for long-term aging
Alcohol Content: ~20% ABV
Cellaring: Drink now or cellar through 2055+

Food Pairing Suggestions

Pair with blue cheese (e.g., Stilton), dark chocolate desserts, roasted nuts, or enjoy on its own as a meditative after-dinner wine.