Cups Vintage Port 2016

Cups Vintage Port 2016

The grapes for Kopke Vintage 2016 come from the oldest vineyards at Quinta São Luíz along the Douro River, where half of the vines are over 75 years old. The main component of this blend is Touriga Nacional (50%), with the rest made up of Sousão, Tinta Franca and Tinta Roríz.

The 2016 vintage is exceptional and has the potential to develop on a par with the very best. Kopke Vintage 2016 is a powerful wine with high concentration and sweet fruit, balanced by ripe tannins. The wine presents itself in a deep blue-violet color with notes of licorice, elderberry, blueberry and complex slate aromas. It has a high viscosity and a long aftertaste.

Kopke, known for their Tawny, has significantly improved their Ruby wines since the 00s. This wine can compete with the best vintage ports from the same vintage.

Although tradition dictates otherwise, tasting young vintage port can be a great experience. Modern production methods make the wines more accessible upon release. Young vintage port offers a full-bodied, fruity sweetness that harmonizes nicely with the wine's structure.

Remember to aerate the wine thoroughly if you choose to enjoy it young!