1974 Taylor’s Quinta Vargellas Vintage port
1974 Taylor’s Quinta Vargellas Vintage port
1974 Taylor's Quinta de Vargellas Vintage Port showcases the elegance and depth of this single-quinta port from a unique year. Here are the tasting notes:
Appearance: Medium-intense color with a slight orange tinge at the rim.
Aroma: A complex nose with hints of wood, anise, deep berry notes, faint clove, and rich dried fruits like cherry, blackberry, plum, and dates.
Taste: Rich mouthfeel with a slight woodiness and flavors of dried fruits such as cherry, blackberry, plum, and dates. There's also a hint of candied cherries that develops over time2.
Finish: Big in the mouth with a strong alcoholic finish, perfect for enjoying over a couple of hours as it continues to open up.
This vintage port pairs wonderfully with aged cheeses, especially blue cheese, as well as desserts featuring chocolate or dried fruits.