Quinta do Sibio, 1901 Vintage Port
Vintage Port Costa do Castedo Jose Duarte D'Oliveira (Bottled 1905), DOC Douro
Bottle size: 75cl
ABV: 20%
Price:
£995.00
Description
The *1901 Quinta do Sibio* Vintage Port from Costa do Castedo, bottled in 1905 by José Duarte D’Oliveira, is a truly historic and exceptionally rare wine—over 120 years in the making. Produced from hand-harvested grapes grown on the steep schist terraces of the Douro, this Port reflects a time when winemaking was entirely manual, and each bottle was crafted with care for long-term cellaring. Surviving bottles from this period are exceedingly scarce, making it a treasure for serious collectors and connoisseurs of antique wines.
In the glass, it shows a deep tawny-brown core with olive-green highlights at the rim—a classic hallmark of great age in Port. The bouquet is captivating, with layers of dried fig, medjool date, and sultana, intertwined with toasted walnut, dark treacle, and hints of cigar box and exotic spice. Subtle notes of sandalwood, cocoa, and old library leather emerge with air, offering a sensory journey through time.
On the palate, this 1901 Vintage Port is remarkably concentrated yet supremely elegant. The sweetness has mellowed into a harmonious richness, perfectly balanced by a gentle acidity that still carries the flavours. Notes of caramelised nuts, molasses, dried orange peel, and rich coffee mingle with a whisper of mint and spice, leading to an incredibly long, warming finish that speaks of its noble origins.
Best enjoyed in quiet contemplation, this *Quinta do Sibio* is not just a wine—it is a living piece of Douro history. Bottled over a century ago and perfectly matured, it offers an unforgettable tasting experience for those fortunate enough to open it. A once-in-a-lifetime bottle for collectors seeking the rarest expressions of vintage Port.
Condition
Level top shoulder
labelled. Capsule re-waxed to preserve contents
