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Taylor's Quinta de Vargellas Vinha Velha 2011
Douro Valley, Northern Portugal, PortugalI thought the Vinha Velha 2009 was off the charts but this wine is better. Chosen from the oldest vines grown on the five plots known to be the 'old vineyard' at Quinta de Vargellas, the 2011 is a sensational bottle. Conditions were so favourable in 2011 David Guimaraens, Taylor's Winemaker remarked that the levels of ripeness were consistent across all varieties, especially important given the varietal diversity of the old vineyard at Vargellas. Just a baby the complexity and immense mouthfeel of this wine is almost overwhelming. Concentrated and full of the pure fruit that is the hallmark of the vintage. Length volume complexity and much more to come over the next fifty years. The terraced plots containing the oldest vines (80-120 years) account for over 15% of the estate's total production although Vargellas Vinha Velha vintage port seldom exceeds 2% of the total production of the property. A worldwide bargain when compared to first growth Bordeaux or Grand Cru Burgundy.Tasted: 28 July 2013Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:| BC | $247.00 | 750ml | private wine shops |
Blend: Touriga Nacional - Touriga Franca - Tinta Roriz - Tinta BarrocaCSPC: 590513
