Wine name : Taylor’s Vintage 2016
Producer : Taylor’s
Grape varieties : Touriga Nacional, Touriga Francesa, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, Tinta Amarela, Tinto Cão
Region : Douro Valley, Portugal
Appellation : Porto DOC
Type of winemaking : Traditional Port vinification with foot treading in granite lagares followed by fortification with grape spirit
Maceration : Short and intense maceration during fermentation to extract maximum colour, aroma and tannins
Colour : Deep purple-black with dense concentration
Nose : Rich and complex aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, cassis and plum with notes of violet, liquorice and dark chocolate
Palate : Powerful and full-bodied with firm tannins, layers of dark fruit, spice and mineral freshness leading to a long finish
Alcohol content : 20% vol.
Soils : Schistous soils typical of the Douro Valley terraces
Agriculture : Sustainable vineyard management with manual harvesting
Aging potential : 40 to 50 years or more in bottle
Food pairing : Blue cheeses, dark chocolate desserts, game dishes or enjoyed on its own after a meal
Serving temperature : 16–18°C