O Produtor, tasting note published in November 15th 2020
Impressive purple-black core with a narrow purple rim. A powerful explosion of forest fruits, and dense blackberry and blackcurrant, dominate the nose.
Black fruit aromas are infused with discreet cherry and mocha notes. As you would expect from Taylor's, the fruit is very fine and concentrated, but the year seems to have given an additional layer of density and volume. A familiar veil of violet perfume
hangs over the wine, along with a rose petal fragrance and aromas of wild herbs and mint.
On the palate, the wine possesses wonderfully ripe tannins, which integrate perfectly into the mid-palate, providing structure and volume, which finishes with a firm grip. The palate closes with a powerful wave of fresh, complex fruit that flow endlessly on the long finish.
In the 2018, Taylor's characteristic traits of fine fruit and inner power combine perfectly with the maturity and depth typical of the year.
The 2018 vineyard cycle was unusual and had a marked effect on the character of the wine. The previous year was very dry and hot and by 15 January almost two thirds of the country was suffering from drought, with the Douro Valley
one of the worst affected areas. Fortunately, heavy rains in March prevented damage to the vines and replenished the groundwater reserves. The growing season from March to the end of June was relatively cool and wet
cool and wet, causing mildew in some areas. The devastating hail storm on 28 May caused extensive damage to vineyards in the Pinhão region, including Taylor’s Quinta do Junco
region, including Taylor’s Quinta do Junco. Vine development was about three weeks behind that of 2017, with flowering occurring at the end of May and harvesting in the last week of July. Hot and dry conditions prevailed throughout
July, followed by a very intense heat wave in August. On August 3rd the weather station at Taylor’s Quinta de Vargellas recorded a temperature of over 44°C. The extreme heat allowed the vines
to recover some lost time and the abundant groundwater accumulated earlier in the year meant that, despite the hot conditions, the ripening of the harvest was gradual and balanced. The harvest at Quinta de Vargellas
at Quinta de Vargellas started on the 17th September under hot and dry weather that continued throughout the harvest. Yields were very low and the winemaker’s notes report that the new wines displayed
elegance, freshness of fruit, good acidity and intense colour.
Allergens information
Contains sulphites.
SKU: 105646
Taylor´s
Since 1692 in the history of Port Wine. Taylor’s is one of the oldest Port houses dedicated exclusively to the production of Port wine and especially to its best styles. Since its foundation by Job Bearsley, the company has remained independent. Now, in its fourth century, the firm has grown and prospered, establishing itself as one of the most respected historic wine houses in the world. This has been achieved through perseverance, pioneering spirit and the continuity of tradition in which successive generations of the family have been involved.
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