2008 Port Vintage Report

Colheita Port, Douro
Palmer 25% Discount Promotion Offer | Was £29.95 | Now £22.46
Ends 28th July
50cl Bottle.

A 50cl bottle of 2008 vintage Colheita Port Wine from Palmer Port.

This is exclusive to Vintage Wine & Port.

This colheita port has been stored in seasoned oak casks since the 2008 harvest until bottling.

Tasting Notes: The 2008 Port from Palmer has a deep tawny hue, which will darken and gain complexity over time. On the nose it shows orange peel, walnuts, figs and a touch of honey. On the palate, it is smooth and there is a lightness that is balanced by good acidity. The flavours coming through of dried fruits, honey, toffee, and a subtle hint of vanilla. Delivers a long and satisfying with layers of flavour, leaving a lasting impression of dried fruit and spice on the palate. …
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Price: £22.46
Stock: 19 in Stock

Colheita Port, Douro
*** 91 Points- Wine Enthusiast ***

Please note that this is a special "Advance Launch offer" - the bottles will be delivered to us in July for delivery July/August.

Indulge in the full-bodied character of Colheita 2008, featuring a complex nose of chestnut, spices, dry grape, fig, and plum. Aged in both oak and chestnut wood barrels, this wine boasts a unique profile with noticeable tannins and a gradual transition from fresh fruit notes to drier, nuttier flavors. With remarkable aging potential, it promises to unveil increasingly intricate complexities over time.

Winemakers Notes

COLOUR
Intense brick colour

AROMA
Complex nose of chestnut, spices, dry grape, fig, and plum. …
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Price: £34.95
Stock: 48 in Stock

Quinta Santa Luiz Vintage Port, Douro
Presented in original Kopke Gift Box

The 2008 Quinta Santa Luiz Vintage Port Wine comes from Kopke; the oldest port house. Established in 1638 by Nicolau Kopke and his son Cristiano, who came to Portugal as representatives of the Hanseatic League, the House has been run through the generations by several representatives of the Kopke family, obtaining an excellent reputation for its wines.


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Price: £49.95
Stock: 89 in Stock

White Colheita Port, Douro
Presented in Kopke Gift Box
***93 Points- Vertde Vin***

The 2008 Kopke White port has a cool, light-amber colour. This unique white colheita derives from the traditional white grapes of the Porto e Douro region. Starting with aromas of a Pear Clafouti and burnt sugar, this elegant port delivers luscious flavours of Japanese pear-apple, with accents of hazelnut, nutmeg and orange zest. The lingering grapefruit finish provides the perfect balance for the sweetness.

Food Pairing:
Shows finesse and sophistication when combined with caramel desserts, dried fruits and spices, like caramel fondant with apple and ginger jelly, tatin tart, burnt cream and Cheeses of minimum intensity. …
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Price: £44.95
Stock: 5 in Stock

Colheita Port, Douro

Colheita Ports are known for their elegance and finesse. The 2008 Messias Colheita Port showcases the characteristics of a single vintage and reflects the careful aging process in oak barrels.

Tasting notes:
Tawny colour with amber reflections, indicating prolonged ageing. Aromas of dried fruits like figs, dates, and apricots. Notes of almonds and walnuts, with hints of caramel and toffee. Hints of spices and a touch of oak. Smooth and velvety palate, with a wide range of flavours, including dried fruits and nuts. The sweetness is balanced by a good level of acidity, which adds structure and complexity. …
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Price: £24.99
Stock: 10 in Stock

Colheita Port, Douro
90 points in Wine Enthusiast Magazine

Mahogany color, aroma a bit closed, with notes of marmalade, dried apricots and hazelnuts. Very well in the mouth, with class and is not being too oily, gives a good proof, elegant and good ending.-90 pts Wine Enthusiast-

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. …
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Price: £34.95
Stock: 8 in Stock

Vintage Port, Douro
***93 Points Wine Enthusiast***

93 Points Wine Enthusiast
"As ever, Vesuvio is packed with its generous, opulent ripe fruit, showing richness, dense flavors, layers of jam and sweetness with a hint of caramel flavors. This is a Port for indulgence, ripe, rich and packed with flavor."

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Price: £69.95
Stock: 10 in Stock