Delaforce Port, 1977 Vintage Port
Vintage Port
Bottle size: 75cl
ABV: 20%
Price:
£149.00
Description
Founded: 1834 by George Delaforce, a Huguenot descendant who emigrated from France to England before settling in Porto.
Early Trade: Built on strong export links with Northern Europe, particularly Germany and Scandinavia.
Family-Owned: The Delaforce family managed the company for over a century, establishing a reputation for reliability and traditional winemaking.
🍷 House Style – Vintage Port
Delaforce Vintage Ports are known for being:
Elegant and aromatic, rather than powerfully structured.
Typically medium-bodied, with a focus on floral notes (violet, lavender), sweet red fruits, and spiced chocolate.
Accessible earlier than some bigger houses (like Taylor’s or Dow’s), though still age-worthy.
Often show hints of cedar, herbs, and fig with maturity.
Condition
Good levels
Bin soiled labels