Fonseca
Guimaerans Vintage
2015
$89.50
About this winery
From its mythical 1840 vintage to the superb Vintage declared by Fonseca over the last decade, the house has produced an impressive series of exceptional vintages, even in the worst moments in the history of the trade. James Suckling, in his authoritative book on the subject, writes: "Fonseca's Vintage Port is perhaps, in its consistent, consistent quality, the greatest of all. Not only does it stand out in its youth for its fleshiness, opulence and power, but it retains that youthful freshness...
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Product notes
No. 88 in the Top 100 Wine Spectator 2017 - 93 points "This warm, lush and full-bodied wine reveals notes of blueberry, acai berry and plum reduction flavors intertwined with notes of ganache and fruitcake. Graphite is well present on the finish. At its best from 2027 to 2040." - From WINESPECTATOR.COM Wine Enthusiast : 93 points
Production notes
The Guimaraens Vintage 2015 is excellent to drink young but will not disappoint those who prefer to cellar it. Dry spring and summer have produced low yields, but the production is the healthiest we've seen in many years. A balanced ripening season has given the 2015 wines their typically firm but well-integrated tannins.
Tasting notes
A classic nose of wild berries, powerful but also very fine and complex. Dense blackberry and blackcurrant aromas form the backdrop for fresh, mint, balsamic and of gum resin and wild herbs. Discreet notes of exotic wood, liquorice and black pepper add complexity. The thick, well woven tannins provide both firmness and volume on the palate. The raspberry aromas are delicious and surprising on the long, delicious finish, giving it a clean, crisp and luscious finish. Fonseca's 200th anniversary year produced an exceptional Guimaraens Vintage Port, expressive and accessible, but with a capacity to age for many years in the cellar. Ideal with chocolate-based desserts: mousse, cake, fondant, nut and dried fruit cakes and tarts, and blue-veined cheeses.