1998 Kopke Colheita Port
| Type of Wine | Portwine |
|---|---|
| Country | |
| Region | |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 1998 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (18%) |
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Description
CELLAR TREASURES - These are wines that come from private cellars of well-known customers of ours. These are often iconic wines. The certainty we have here is that the wine has been stored in a (conditioned) cellar and is now physically in our conditioned Warehouse. Wine is a natural product and how the wine has developed over the years is unknown. We always take 360 degree photos of these wines so that you can inspect the condition of the bottle, label and also the filling. Feel free to come by if you want to inspect the bottle yourself. In many cases you can be very seriously surprised, but it can also be certain that the wine has had its best time or has already strayed further. These wines are ideal for collecting purposes or a special vertical tasting.
Kopke's origins and its role in the Douro
Founded in 1638, Kopke is the oldest port house in Portugal. Originally founded by Nicolau Kopké as an export company, the house later began producing port wines itself. In 1922, Kopke acquired Quinta de São Luiz, an "A"-classified vineyard in the Douro Valley, from which the majority of its grapes come. Today, Kopke is part of Sogevinus Fine Wines and is known for its Colheita Ports: wines from a single vintage with long maturation in wooden barrels.
Douro Valley: climate and grape varieties for Colheita Port
The Douro Valley in northern Portugal is one of the world's oldest regulated wine regions. The climate is extreme: hot, dry summers and cold winters. These conditions produce concentrated grapes with lots of flavour and structure. The soil consists of schist, which retains heat and promotes drainage. For Colheita Port, Kopke uses traditional varieties such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca and Tinto Cão.
Production process of the 1998 Kopke Colheita Port
The 1998 Colheita Port comes from grapes harvested in a year with excellent climatic conditions. After manual harvesting, the grapes are gently pressed and fermented in temperature-controlled vats. During fermentation, fermentation is stopped with aguardente, a neutral wine alcohol, which preserves residual sugar. The wine is then aged for at least twenty years in old wooden barrels, resulting in a deep complexity and refinement. Unlike Vintage Port, Colheita is fully matured in wood before being released.
Colour, aroma and taste of 1998 Kopke Colheita Port
This 1998 Colheita Port has an amber robe with copper reflections. On the nose we find aromas of dried fruits such as figs and dates, combined with nutty notes of walnut and almond, subtly interwoven with caramel, orange peel and a hint of spice. The taste is soft and layered with notes of raisins, toffee, cinnamon and orange zest. The long barrel maturation provides an elegant acidity and a refined, silky texture with a persistent finish.
Would you like to order wines from 1998 Kopke Colheita Port online?
When you choose to collect, you will often receive a nice discount. This discount will be visible immediately when you choose 'Collect' on the checkout page. Our collection point is located in Dordrecht, near the A16, with ample parking. Click here for our address.
The full reviews by international wine journalists such as Parker, Suckling and Vinous are available via the links next to the image. This service is completely free for our customers.
Need help choosing a suitable wine for your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier . This service is free for Grandcruwijnen customers.
Wine and food pairings with 1998 Kopke Colheita Port
Crème brûlée: The creamy texture and caramelized sugar layer perfectly match the caramel and nut notes of the port.
Toasted nuts and figs: This simple combination highlights the wine's natural nuttiness and fruitiness.
Pecan Pie: The sweet, spicy filling and crunchy nuts are a perfect match for the full, ripe flavour of Colheita Port.
Duck liver pate with onion compote: The salty creaminess of the pate and the sweet compote contrast beautifully with the lively acidity of the port.
Blue cheese with dried apricots: The spiciness of the cheese and the soft sweetness of the apricots enhance the character of this mature port wine.
Specifications
| Type of Wine | Portwine |
|---|---|
| Country | Portugal |
| Region | Douro |
| Winery | Kopke |
| Grape | Touriga |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 1998 |
| Alcohol % | 18 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Promotion | Damaged bottles, Cellar deals, On Sale |
Wijnhuis
Kopke is the world's oldest port house. This port house was founded in 1638 by Cristiano Köpke. This port house specializes in Tawny port and in particular the old Tawny port (the so-called Colheitas). The Colheita port is lighter than a Vintage port and fits many more occasions and meals than a Vintage port. A Colheita is characterized by the brown / almond color, the smell of roasted nuts, raisins and dried fruit. The older the Colheita, the more complex it becomes. 80% of the port made at Kopke is Tawny port. This port house has Tawny port of more than 100 years old.
Quinta de São Luiz is part of Kopke. They saw great potential in the terroir and the ancient vineyards. São Luiz is located in the heart of the Douro region on the left bank of the river between Régua and Pinhão. Due to the construction of the Bagaúste dam in the 1970s, the water level rose to such an extent that Quinta de São Luiz lost part of the land. To solve this, they bought several Quintas in the region to continue their dream. All with A status and ranging in age from 1972 to 1987. São Luiz currently manages 125 hectares of vineyards. The combination of state-of-the-art technology in the winery and the availability of its own vineyards guarantees beautiful wines.
CELLAR TREASURES - These are wines that come from private cellars of well-known customers of ours. These are often iconic wines. The certainty we have here is that the wine has been stored in a (conditioned) cellar and is now physically in our conditioned Warehouse. Wine is a natural product and how the wine has developed over the years is unknown. We always take 360 degree photos of these wines so that you can inspect the condition of the bottle, label and also the filling. Feel free to come by if you want to inspect the bottle yourself. In many cases you can be very seriously surprised, but it can also be certain that the wine has had its best time or has already strayed further. These wines are ideal for collecting purposes or a special vertical tasting.
Kopke's origins and its role in the Douro
Founded in 1638, Kopke is the oldest port house in Portugal. Originally founded by Nicolau Kopké as an export company, the house later began producing port wines itself. In 1922, Kopke acquired Quinta de São Luiz, an "A"-classified vineyard in the Douro Valley, from which the majority of its grapes come. Today, Kopke is part of Sogevinus Fine Wines and is known for its Colheita Ports: wines from a single vintage with long maturation in wooden barrels.
Douro Valley: climate and grape varieties for Colheita Port
The Douro Valley in northern Portugal is one of the world's oldest regulated wine regions. The climate is extreme: hot, dry summers and cold winters. These conditions produce concentrated grapes with lots of flavour and structure. The soil consists of schist, which retains heat and promotes drainage. For Colheita Port, Kopke uses traditional varieties such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca and Tinto Cão.
Production process of the 1998 Kopke Colheita Port
The 1998 Colheita Port comes from grapes harvested in a year with excellent climatic conditions. After manual harvesting, the grapes are gently pressed and fermented in temperature-controlled vats. During fermentation, fermentation is stopped with aguardente, a neutral wine alcohol, which preserves residual sugar. The wine is then aged for at least twenty years in old wooden barrels, resulting in a deep complexity and refinement. Unlike Vintage Port, Colheita is fully matured in wood before being released.
Colour, aroma and taste of 1998 Kopke Colheita Port
This 1998 Colheita Port has an amber robe with copper reflections. On the nose we find aromas of dried fruits such as figs and dates, combined with nutty notes of walnut and almond, subtly interwoven with caramel, orange peel and a hint of spice. The taste is soft and layered with notes of raisins, toffee, cinnamon and orange zest. The long barrel maturation provides an elegant acidity and a refined, silky texture with a persistent finish.
Would you like to order wines from 1998 Kopke Colheita Port online?
When you choose to collect, you will often receive a nice discount. This discount will be visible immediately when you choose 'Collect' on the checkout page. Our collection point is located in Dordrecht, near the A16, with ample parking. Click here for our address.
The full reviews by international wine journalists such as Parker, Suckling and Vinous are available via the links next to the image. This service is completely free for our customers.
Need help choosing a suitable wine for your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier . This service is free for Grandcruwijnen customers.
Wine and food pairings with 1998 Kopke Colheita Port
Crème brûlée: The creamy texture and caramelized sugar layer perfectly match the caramel and nut notes of the port.
Toasted nuts and figs: This simple combination highlights the wine's natural nuttiness and fruitiness.
Pecan Pie: The sweet, spicy filling and crunchy nuts are a perfect match for the full, ripe flavour of Colheita Port.
Duck liver pate with onion compote: The salty creaminess of the pate and the sweet compote contrast beautifully with the lively acidity of the port.
Blue cheese with dried apricots: The spiciness of the cheese and the soft sweetness of the apricots enhance the character of this mature port wine.
| Type of Wine | Portwine |
|---|---|
| Country | Portugal |
| Region | Douro |
| Winery | Kopke |
| Grape | Touriga |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 1998 |
| Alcohol % | 18 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Promotion | Damaged bottles, Cellar deals, On Sale |
Kopke is the world's oldest port house. This port house was founded in 1638 by Cristiano Köpke. This port house specializes in Tawny port and in particular the old Tawny port (the so-called Colheitas). The Colheita port is lighter than a Vintage port and fits many more occasions and meals than a Vintage port. A Colheita is characterized by the brown / almond color, the smell of roasted nuts, raisins and dried fruit. The older the Colheita, the more complex it becomes. 80% of the port made at Kopke is Tawny port. This port house has Tawny port of more than 100 years old.
Quinta de São Luiz is part of Kopke. They saw great potential in the terroir and the ancient vineyards. São Luiz is located in the heart of the Douro region on the left bank of the river between Régua and Pinhão. Due to the construction of the Bagaúste dam in the 1970s, the water level rose to such an extent that Quinta de São Luiz lost part of the land. To solve this, they bought several Quintas in the region to continue their dream. All with A status and ranging in age from 1972 to 1987. São Luiz currently manages 125 hectares of vineyards. The combination of state-of-the-art technology in the winery and the availability of its own vineyards guarantees beautiful wines.