{"product_id":"2018-taylor-fladgate-vintage-port-half-bottle-375ml","title":"2018 Taylor Fladgate Vintage Port Half Bottle 375ml","description":"\u003ch4\u003e375ml Half Bottle\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 Taylor Fladgate Vintage Port combines concentrated dark fruit with the firm structure that defines the house’s style. Its depth is balanced by freshness and aromatic detail, presented here in a 375ml half bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeavy March rain replenished water reserves before a hot, dry summer. Picking at Quinta de Vargellas began on 17 September, with very low yields and balanced ripening. Vargellas and Terra Feita provide the principal vineyard sources for this release.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCritic Scores \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWine Enthusiast Top 100 Cellar Selections 2021 — No. 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoger Voss, Wine Enthusiast — 98 points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeal Martin, Vinous — 97 points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple-black with a narrow purple rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blackberry and blackcurrant are joined by cherry, mocha, violet and minty herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense fruit meets ripe tannins, bringing both volume and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh fruit persists alongside a firm tannic grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWalnuts, blue-veined cheese, dried apricots or figs. Decant before serving at 16–18°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoger Voss’s assessment recommends drinking from 2029.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout the Producer\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1692, Taylor Fladgate is dedicated to Port, with its own Douro estates forming the basis of its Vintage wines. Vargellas, Terra Feita and Junco occupy distinct locations and contribute different elements to the house style. Its long family tradition has supported a consistent emphasis on restrained power, balance and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProducer: Taylor Fladgate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWine: Vintage Port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage: 2018\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: Douro Valley, Portugal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: fortified red wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottle size: 375ml Half Bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"DWS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67914513318190,"sku":"8855326849","price":105.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/2018_Taylor_Fladgate_Vintage_Port_Half_Bottle_375ml.png?v=1793860112","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/2018-taylor-fladgate-vintage-port-half-bottle-375ml","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}