2011 Kopke Vintage Port

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The history of Kopke and its unique position in the Douro

Kopke was founded in 1638 by the German merchant Nicolau Kopké, making it the oldest port house in the world. Over the centuries, Kopke has grown into a respected name in the port world, best known for its Colheita and Vintage Ports. Since 1922, the house has owned Quinta de São Luiz, an "A"-classified vineyard in the Douro, where most of the production takes place. The winery is part of the renowned Sogevinus Fine Wines.

Douro Valley: Climate, Location and Grape Varieties

The Douro region in northern Portugal is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is known for its steep river terraces, with schist and granite soils. The climate is continental, with hot summers and cold winters. These conditions produce intense and concentrated grapes. The main grape varieties for Port are Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca and Tinto Cão. These varieties are often harvested by hand on the steep slopes.

Production of the 1994 Kopke Vintage Port

The 1994 vintage is recognized as one of the best years of the twentieth century for Port wines. The grapes for this wine were harvested by hand, carefully selected and fermented in traditional lagares. During fermentation, fermentation was stopped by adding wine alcohol (aguardente), resulting in a fortified wine with an alcohol content of approximately 20%. The wine was aged in wooden barrels for approximately two years before being bottled for further bottle aging.

Tasting notes of the 1994 Kopke Vintage Port

The wine has a deep ruby red colour with a light mahogany edge. The nose presents complex aromas of ripe blackcurrant, plum jam, eucalyptus, wet earth and toast. The palate is powerful and layered, with notes of dark chocolate, caramel and candied black fruit. The structure is firm but refined, with well-integrated tannins and a long, elegant finish.

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Wine and food pairings with 1994 Kopke Vintage Port

Blue cheese: The salty, tangy flavour of cheeses such as Stilton or Roquefort provides a wonderful contrast to the sweetness and fruitiness of port.

Dark Chocolate: The bitterness of dark chocolate enhances the rich caramel and berry notes in the wine.

Braised Beef: Slow-cooked beef has deep umami flavours that pair beautifully with the port's powerful structure.

Dried fruit: Figs and dates pair well with the concentrated and candied flavors of the wine.

Toasted Nuts: The earthy, oily texture of walnuts and almonds harmonizes with the nutty undertones of the Port.