Kopke Vintage Port 2004

€ 66.00

Kopke’s unique quality derives from very low yield Touriga Nacional grapes of over 100-yr-old vines and 50% of other varietals averaging 80 years. No wonder that these vintage ports rank among the top releases, since grapes are harvested from very old vines of up to 100-plus years, yielding small amounts of very intense fruit from Kopke’s famous Font Santa vineyard at Quinta São Luiz with its many gold-medal winning vintages. Quinta manager and viticulturist José Manuel Manso is shown with one of the ancient Touriga Nacional vines.

It will certainly take 15-20 years for the best vintage port to reach its peak. Tannins soften over time and the full fruit flavor disappears slightly behind the background and makes room for cedar, leather, spices and toffee.

Food pairing

This port is delicious with foie gras, certain cheeses (Gorgonzola, Roquefort), as an aperitif or as dessert wine

Grapes

Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, Tinto Cão, Touriga Franca

Alcohol content

20%

Store & Serve

Serve at 16-18 °C. Must be opened 6 to 24h in advance

Vintage port wine can not remain open for a long time, because it oxidizes faster. After opening, maximum 2 days shelf life

Critics & Awards

Tags: Kopke - 2004