In 2016 Taylor's began picking in Vargellas on 17 September, followed by Pinh?o Valley estate on 23 and 26 September. The 2016 Vintage Port has an aristocratic bouquet with tight wound aromas of blackberry, bilberry, crushed stone, black olive and a light, marine-tinged element, perhaps almost peat-like. The palate is just beautiful with fine, chiseled tannins and a perfect line of acidity. There is that almost arching" structure one always seeks in a great Taylor's with a gentle but insistent grip towards the finish. It is everything you really want from a Vintage Por"

Neal Martin - Vinous Media (97)

Taylor Fladgate - Vintage Port HALF BOTTLES 2016 375ml

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