1997 Wine and Port Vintage
Vintage Summary and Recommendations:
Welcome to Vintage Wine and Port's 1997 wine page. Read on for our summary of the 1997 vintage, our top recommendations and region reports. Scroll down to see all of our wines currently available. If you cannot find what you are looking for please call us on 01425 837177 or Contact Us. We would love to help you with your wine choice!
The 1997 vintage was not a good year for dry Bordeaux but it was a sweet success for its little sister, Sauternes. The real star of the vintage was Italy with both Piedmont and Tuscany producing some excellent wines. Port also enjoyed a great vintage and will offer some very good drinking today.
Our Wine Expert currently recommends the following wines for this year:
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Bordeaux: The 1997 wines of Bordeaux are characterised by being attractive, soft and user-friendly with broad appeal. They have been quick to mature and, except for the most concentrated wines, should be drunk within the next few years.
Italian: 1997 was undoubtedly a great vintage for Italian wines. Like the 1982 and 1990 Bordeaux vintages, it will have its critics because of its extreme style, but if wine is a beverage of pleasure, this vintage offers extraordinary wines.
Portugal: 1997 was one of the great port vintages of the decade and marked a general declaration of vintage. The vintage is characterised by full-bodied wines that will be at their best now, but will remain at their peak for at least another 20 or 30 years if stored with care. A 1997 Vintage Port would make a great 28 year old wine gift for a birthday or anniversary celebration this year.
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Quinta de la Rosa, 1997
Vintage Port
Discover the timeless elegance of the Quinta de la Rosa Vintage Port 1997, a true gem from one of the Douro Valley’s most respected family-owned estates. Crafted in an exceptional vintage year, this port captures the essence of tradition and expertise that has made Quinta de la Rosa renowned among connoisseurs worldwide. Each bottle tells a story of dedication, passion, and the unique character of the Douro’s steep, sun-drenched vineyards.
The 1997 vintage stands out as one of the finest of the decade, with ideal weather conditions delivering grapes of extraordinary quality and concentration. …
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Price: £69.95
Stock: 13 in Stock
Quinta do Noval, 1997
Silval Vintage Port
A Vintage of Elegance from the Douro
The 1997 Quinta do Noval Silval exemplifies the noble tradition of Douro winemaking in a year known for elegance over power. Now over 25 years old, this wine strikes a rare balance: poised maturity tempered by youthful vitality. Its deep ruby hue, fading to garnet at the rim, mirrors the graceful development of a well-aged Douro masterpiece.
Complex and Captivating Aroma
On the nose, expect a layered bouquet of black cherry, plum, and wild berry compote, woven together with subtle hints of floral violets and tertiary notes of cedar and dried herbs. As the wine opens, touches of tobacco, leather, and soft baking spices emerge, offering a tapestry of aromas that captivates the senses. …
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Price: £69.95
Stock: 5 in Stock
Quinta do Passadouro, 1997
Vintage Port, Douro
"The 1997 is an elegant Port, though having some good depth. Its tannins were melted and some secondary flavours were already starting to show, the fruit was chaging from ripe plums to candied figs. It is reaching its 2nd plateau of maturity.
Passadouro is an early drinker but this 1997 is one of the good port wines they made in the 90's.
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Price: £69.95
Stock: 7 in Stock
Ramos Pinto, 1997
Vintage Port, Douro
Presented in Wooden Gift Box
***93 Points - Robert parker***
Excellent Provenance
The 1997 Ramos Pinto vintage is a wine that is only produced in exceptional years. Selecting grapes from Quinta do Bom Retiro, Quinta da Urtiga and Quinta da Ervamoira, then fermenting in granite lagares. Enjoy this delicate, complex wine at a young age or when mature given its huge ageing potential. Deep red in colour with aromas of raspberries, raisins, figs, and prunes, and a touch of tobacco and spice. The palate is juicy and exceptionally smooth with dark berries, mocha, and chocolate flavours
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 14 in Stock
Rosso del Sebino, 1997
La Boscaiola - Giuliana - DOUBLE MAGNUM of 3 Liters
Very forward nose of leather and cherries, liquorice wild strawberries, ripe plums and pencil .The palate is very nice balance of sweet fruit and acidity.
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Price: £199.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Taylor Fladgate, 1997
Vintage Port
96 Points - Robert Parker
97 Points - Wine Journal
Reviews: "Saturated black/purple-colored, with stunning aromatics of blueberries, blackberries, licorice, and iron, this spectacular vintage port is one of the stars of the vintage. Extremely full-bodied, with silky tannin, spectacular concentration and purity, multiple flavor levels, and an evolved, forward personality, this is an exquisite yet precocious 1997 vintage port. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2030." Robert Parker Wine Advocate, 2000
"A deep black inky core with deep ruby rim. The nose dose not have the definition or the ripeness of the -92 yet it is cut from the same cloth. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 8 in Stock
Warre's Vintage Port, 1997
Vintage Port, Douro
Warre’s Vintage Port 1997 is a beautifully structured, classic wine from an excellent declared vintage. The 1997 Ports were initially somewhat overshadowed by the blockbuster 1994s, but over time, many—including Warre’s—have proven themselves to be elegant, long-lived, and deeply satisfying, especially for those who appreciate more refined, aromatic Ports.
True to Warre’s house style, the 1997 vintage leans into finesse over sheer power. In the glass, it typically shows a deep ruby color, with only slight signs of age around the rim. The nose is expressive, offering violets, dark cherries, blackberries, and subtle floral and herbal tones, followed by secondary notes like cedar, cocoa, and warm spice. …
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Price: £79.95
Stock: 1 in Stock
Barolo, 1997
Bersano - HALF BOTTLE 50cl
This 1997 Barolo has developed the classic elegance and depth of aged Nebbiolo. The nose offers complex aromas of dried cherry, rose, tar, leather, and hints of truffle and tobacco, alongside subtle notes of spice and forest floor. On the palate, it is full-bodied yet refined, with softened, silky tannins, balanced acidity, and flavours of dried red fruit, cedar, and a touch of earthy mushroom. The finish is long, savoury, and lingering, revealing the wine’s matured structure and Piedmontese character.
Serve at 17–18 °C (63–65 °F) after decanting for 30–45 minutes to allow the wine to fully express its bouquet. …
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Price: £69.00
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Chateau Gloria, 1997
St Julien, Bordeaux
The 1997 Chateau Gloria is generous and well-structured, these intense, complex wines are typical of the Saint Julien appellation. The result of traditional vinification, they have a strong, rich colour. On the palate, they are expressive, rounded and supple. They should be kept for a few years to express their full potential.
Château Gloria stands as a beacon of innovation and excellence in the esteemed Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France. Founded by Henri Martin in the mid-20th century, this estate has earned widespread acclaim for its distinctive approach to winemaking and commitment to quality. …
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Price: £59.95
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Chateau Poujeaux, 1997
Moulis en Medoc, Bordeaux
A very good wine from a great year with grip, tannin, medium to full body, and excellent ripeness, this unevolved, backward yet promising Poujeaux needs cellaring. There is some mineral-tinged, sweet black currant fruit in both the aromatics and flavors.
Château Poujeaux, situated in the esteemed Moulis-en-Médoc appellation of Bordeaux, France, is a historic estate renowned for its commitment to producing exceptional wines. With a history dating back several centuries, this picturesque property has been meticulously tended by generations of winemakers who have upheld a tradition of excellence. …
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Price: £49.95
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Quinta do Noval Nacional, 1997
Nacional Vintage Port, Douro
Quinta do Noval is a much-venerated name in the Douro Valley and Nacional is undoubtedly one of the most legendary fortified wines in the world. It is produced from a small area at the heart of the Quinta do Noval vineyard planted with ungrafted vines that have remained untouched by Phylloxera and has an average production of between 250 and 275 cases. 1997 was widely considered to be an exceptional vintage for Ports of fabulous harmony and incredible structure.
1997 was the follow-up to the sublime 1994 and somewhat incredibly managed to ascend to even greater heights. A benchmark Nacional that will bring several decades of drinking pleasure. …
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Price: £1,325.00
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