Description

Taylor’s Vintage Port is one of the world’s great iconic wines. Made only in the very finest years – known as ‘declared’ vintages – Vintage Ports are blended from the best produce of the firm’s own estates of Quinta de Vargellas, Quinta de Terra Feita and more recently, Quinta do Junco.

Historically Taylor’s has only declared about three Vintage years per decade.

"The 2003 Taylor’s has a lovely ripe, primal bouquet of blackberry, raspberry, vanilla and marmalade that shows slightly better delineation than the Fonseca. The palate is medium-bodied with very composed, refined tannins that belie the heat of that summer. There is wonderful focus here and fine tension, the finish offering precise notes of black cherries, mulberry, cloves and white pepper. This is one of the finest Ports of a precocious vintage. Tasted May 2013.
95 Points."
(Neal Martin, Robert Parker The Wine Advocate # 207, June 2013)

Taylor's Vintage Port 2003

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Attributes

Type: Fortified Wine
Country: Portugal
Region: Porto
Vintage: 2003
Size: 75cl

Taylor's

Taylor’s Vintage Ports, known for elegance, poise, and longevity, are expertly blended from wines grown in the firm’s own estates: Vargellas, Terra Feita, and Junco. Each estate has a unique geographic character, forming the foundation of Taylor’s distinctive style. Established in 1692, Taylor’s is one of the oldest Port houses, dedicated exclusively to premium Port production. Renowned as the benchmark for Vintage Port, Taylor’s combines tradition and quality to create wines of restrained power and lasting appeal.

Porto

Porto, located in northern Portugal along the Douro River, is renowned for its exceptional fortified wines, particularly Port wine. It benefits from a unique combination of a warm, dry climate and the steep, terraced vineyards of the Douro Valley, which contribute to the distinctive character of its wines.
Port wine is the area's most famous export, known for its rich, complex flavours and varied styles, including Ruby, Tawny, Vintage, and LBV (Late Bottled Vintage). These wines are fortified with brandy, which stops fermentation and preserves natural sugars, resulting in a range of profiles from sweet and fruity to dry and nutty. The traditional winemaking methods and the unique terroir of Porto, along with the influence of the nearby Douro Valley, produce wines with deep, robust characteristics and exceptional ageing potential.
Historically, Porto has been a key port for the export of Portuguese wines since the 17th century, making it an integral part of the country's winemaking heritage. Today, it continues to offer a diverse and high-quality wine experience, reflecting both its rich history and its innovative approaches to winemaking.