Real Companhia Velha, 2024

Vintage Port
Case of 6 x 75cl
En Primeur for delivery Autumn 2026
Offered Duty Paid | Inclusive of UK VAT, Duty

Description and Reviews:
2024 Vintage Port – Real Companhia Velha

About En Primeur
Offered en primeur, this wine is available to secure now while still maturing at the estate, ahead of its official release. Purchasing at this stage provides early access to a fully declared vintage at a favourable price, with the wine shipped once it is ready for delivery.

Real Companhia Velha Vintage Port 2024 represents a classic expression from one of the Douro’s most historic houses, combining tradition, structure, and depth. Sourced from the estate’s prime vineyards across the Douro Valley, the wine reflects both the scale and experience of Portugal’s oldest wine company, with a focus on producing well-balanced, age-worthy vintage ports.

In the glass, it shows a deep, opaque purple colour, indicative of its concentration and youth. The nose is rich and expressive, with layers of blackcurrant, blackberry, and plum, supported by hints of rockrose, dark chocolate, and subtle spice. On the palate, it is full-bodied and structured, with firm tannins providing backbone, balanced by ripe fruit and a fresh acidity that carries through to a long, persistent finish.

More traditional in style, Real Companhia Velha Vintage Ports tend to show a slightly firmer structure in youth, making them particularly suited for long-term ageing. The 2024 is expected to develop beautifully over time, revealing complex notes of dried fruits, cocoa, tobacco, and spice as it matures.

Best enjoyed after careful decanting, it pairs exceptionally well with strong cheeses or dark chocolate desserts, though it will reward patience in the cellar for those looking to experience its full evolution.

A newly declared Vintage Port from one of the Douro’s most historic houses, the 2024 release forms part of a fully declared vintage, marking a significant year for the region and highlighting the classic style for which Burmester is renowned.

Tasting Note
Deep in colour with an intense and expressive nose of blackberry, blackcurrant and plum, lifted by floral notes and hints of spice. The palate is rich and structured, with concentrated dark fruit supported by firm, well-defined tannins and fresh acidity. Layers of cassis, liquorice and subtle chocolate notes lead into a long, powerful and persistent finish.

Vintage
The 2024 vintage has been widely declared across the Douro, confirming it as a year of real quality and balance. Favourable growing conditions allowed for excellent ripening while preserving freshness, resulting in wines with classic structure, depth and ageing potential. Fully declared vintages remain relatively rare, adding to the collectability and long-term appeal of this release.

Serving
Best served at 16–18°C. While enjoyable in youth with careful decanting, this wine is built for extended cellaring and will reward patience over the coming decades.

Summary
A powerful and structured Vintage Port from a fully declared year, offering depth, balance and excellent ageing potential. An outstanding choice for collectors or as a 2024 anniversary wine designed to evolve over time.