Cups Vintage Port 2017

Cups Vintage Port 2017

The grapes for this vintage come from the oldest vineyards at Quinta São Luíz, located close to the Douro River. Here, half of the vines are over 75 years old. The wine is made primarily from Touriga Nacional (around 50%), with the addition of Sousão, Tinta Franca and Tinta Roríz.

The 2017 vintage is remarkable and follows the impressive 2016. It is rare that major producers choose to declare vintage two years in a row, but the quality in 2017 was undeniable.

Kopke Vintage 2017 presents itself with a deep black-violet color, sweet fruit, ultra-fine tannins and a beautiful minerality. The aroma offers notes of elderberry and blueberry, which in the young stage of the wine dominate over the tannins and complex slate notes. This modern vintage port is characterized by its inviting, sweet fruit and soft tannins.

Although tradition dictates otherwise, the wine can be enjoyed young. Modern winemaking techniques have made it possible to enjoy the wines earlier. Young Vintage Port is an experience if you are not afraid of firm tannins and blue teeth. Be sure to decant the wine thoroughly if drinking it young.

The wine tastes best on the 2nd or 3rd day after opening. Serve at a temperature of 14-17°.