Taylor Fladgate 2000 Vintage Port: A Masterpiece from Portugal’s Douro Valley

Crafted by the esteemed Taylor Fladgate, this 2000 Vintage Port hails from the legendary Douro Valley in Portugal, renowned for producing some of the world’s most exquisite fortified wines. With a robust 20.5% alcohol content, this Port is a testament to time-honored winemaking traditions and exceptional terroir.

A Symphony of Flavors and Aromas

This vintage Port has garnered critical acclaim, earning 98 points from Wine Advocate, which describes it as offering “very pure blackberry, mulberry, and a touch of smoke,” with a palate that is “refined, pure, and svelte.” The tannins are elegantly structured, complemented by ripe red fruits, tobacco, nutmeg, and white pepper, culminating in a long, caressing finish.

Wine Enthusiast awards it 96 points, highlighting its “prototypically ‘Taylor’ character” with complex floral and spice aromas, firm black cherry and berry fruit, and a long, dusty finish. The wine’s immense power is balanced by intricate nuances, making it supremely ageworthy.

Exceptional Aging Potential

Vinous rates it 95+ points, noting its “bright deep ruby” color and brooding aromas of cassis, minerals, graphite, and damp earth. This Port is dense, chewy, and powerful, with a saline impression of extract. It’s structured to evolve for at least 25 to 30 years, offering an exhilarating late note of dark chocolate.

Wine Spectator gives it 95 points, praising its “fresh and sleek” profile with cassis, cherry paste, and linzer torte flavors, accented by red licorice, alder, and briar notes. The anise- and spice-infused finish is focused and energetic.

A Classic in the Making

John Gilman awards 94 points, calling the 2000 Taylor a “classic in the making” with a bouquet of cassis, black cherries, plums, tar, bitter chocolate, black pepper, earth, and violets. The palate is full-bodied, deep, and structured, with a rock-solid core of fruit, firm tannins, excellent acids, and a very long finish. This Port is built to age gracefully for at least 50 years.

Decanter rates it 93 points, describing it as floral with well-defined red and black fruit, well-tensioned tannins, notable freshness, and hints of leather and wet earth. The finish lingers with chocolatey richness.

Perfect for Collectors and Connoisseurs

Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a discerning connoisseur, the Taylor Fladgate 2000 Vintage Port is a must-have addition to your cellar. Its exceptional aging potential, complex flavor profile, and critical acclaim make it a standout choice for special occasions or long-term investment.

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