Quinta da Eira Velha, 1943 Vintage Port
Vintage Port
Bottle size: 75cl
ABV: 20%
Price:
£745.00
Description
The 1943 Quinta da Eira Velha Vintage Port is a remarkable and historic bottle, crafted during the height of the Second World War and now carrying over 80 years of patient cellar age. Quinta da Eira Velha, a prestigious Douro estate long associated with producing exceptional quality fruit for top vintage ports, has delivered in 1943 a wine that is both a testament to the resilience of the Portuguese wine trade in wartime and a shining example of the longevity and depth of great vintage port.
In the glass, it shows a deep amber-brown core with olive and gold highlights, reflecting its long maturation. The bouquet is wonderfully rich and complex, with layers of dried fig, date, and sultana alongside molasses, dark chocolate, and roasted walnut. Hints of coffee, caramelised orange peel, and exotic spice drift through, with a faint floral top note adding elegance. The aromas are intense yet harmonious, inviting slow and careful appreciation.
On the palate, the 1943 Quinta da Eira Velha is silky, concentrated, and beautifully balanced. The sweetness of dried fruits and toffee is perfectly offset by a vibrant acidity that keeps the wine fresh and alive despite its great age. Flavours of prune, raisin, and black treacle mingle with savoury undertones of leather, tobacco leaf, and toasted almond. The finish is exceptionally long, echoing with spice, caramel, and dried fruit for minutes after each sip.
This is a rare and precious port for the most special of occasions. Serve slightly below room temperature, ideally in large port glasses, and allow the wine to open slowly in the glass rather than prolonged decanting, to preserve its delicate aromatics. It pairs superbly with blue cheese, roasted nuts, or rich chocolate desserts, but it is perhaps best enjoyed on its own as a contemplative after-dinner experience. The 1943 Quinta da Eira Velha Vintage Port is not just a drink—it is a piece of Portuguese wine history, offering a glimpse into the enduring quality and elegance of the Douro’s finest vintages.
Condition
High shoulder level, no label, damaged capsule
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