Kopke, 2006

Colheita Port

Description and Reviews:
The Kopke 2006 Colheita Port is a beautifully crafted single-harvest Tawny that reflects Kopke’s unrivalled expertise as the oldest Port house. In the glass, it shows a deep amber-tawny colour with golden highlights, hinting at the slow oxidative ageing that has shaped its character.

The nose is expressive and inviting, layered with aromas of dried apricot, orange peel, caramelised nuts, and warm spice. Hints of fig, honey, vanilla, and toasted oak emerge with time, showcasing the complexity that comes from nearly two decades in seasoned casks.

On the palate, the 2006 Colheita is refined, silky, and perfectly balanced. Rich flavours of dried fruit, toffee, nutmeg, and butterscotch unfold seamlessly, supported by Kopke’s hallmark freshness. A subtle citrus lift keeps the wine lively, while the cask ageing adds depth, smoothness, and a gentle savoury edge.

The finish is long, warming, and elegant, filled with lingering notes of caramel, roasted nuts, and spice. This is a superbly judged Colheita—mature, complex, and ready to enjoy now. Perfect with crème brûlée, pecan tart, hard cheeses, or simply savoured on its own as a luxurious after-dinner glass.

With a fantastic location of the vineyards on the left bank of the River Douro, harvesting according to ancient traditions, coupled with the most modern winemaking technology, makes Kopke ports to the absolute top qualities. Maturation of this port was done in VNde Gaia, this is a district of Porto. Specifics house Kopke was founded in 1638 by Christiano Kopke is the oldest and first exporting Port house of Portugal. Port begins as a deep, dark, rich-tasting wine that with the aging progresses. Colheita Port is a special old tawny port from a vintage year. Tasting Note The longer maturation in oak casks, this port a mild flavor and is very spicy and round. Wine and food elegant aroma and exquisite taste are the best advantage with different types of cheese, walnuts and dried apricots.

Colheita Port Storage and Serving Advice:
Colheita Port should be stored in a cool and dry place, sheltered from light and temperature fluctuations, and the bottle should remain in an upright position. If stored correctly, Colheita Ports will keep for decades in the bottle. Over time, it is natural that a little sediment will form at the bottom of a bottle of colheita Port wine. Once opened colheita Port should be stored in a fridge and should be consumed within 3 months. Best served at a temperature between 14 and 16°C.

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