Cups of Colheita port 1998

Kopke Colheita Port 1998 is an exquisite and matured vintage tawny port from the renowned port house Kopke , famous for its excellent colheitas (vintage tawnys). A colheita refers to a port wine from a single harvest that is then matured in wooden barrels for many years – in this case over 20 years – before being bottled.

The 1998 vintage has developed a deep complexity and a silky elegance that only long barrel aging can bring out. This wine is for those who appreciate finesse, balance and ripe, oxidative aromas.

Type:

Colheita Port (vintage tawny)
Vintage: 1998 (bottling year varies, often around 2020–2023)
Ageing: Minimum 7 years in barrel – this one has been aged for over 20 years
Alcohol: Approximately 20%

Appearance:

Amber gold to mahogany brown with orange hues and high viscosity – a classic sign of maturity.

Fragrance:

Very complex and elegant with notes of dried fruit such as figs, dates and raisins, as well as walnuts, orange peel, mocha, caramel, vanilla, cedar and a touch of spices and balsamic.

Taste:

Silky, rich and balanced with layers of flavors of nuts, prunes, burnt sugar, orange marmalade, toffee and a slightly acidic edge that gives the wine lift and freshness. Long and refined aftertaste with a discreet tannin bite and a warm, spicy finish.

Serving suggestions:

– Serve slightly chilled (14–16 °C)
– Excellent with aged cheeses , walnut desserts , crème brûlée , dried fruit tarts or dark chocolate
– A perfect meditation wine alone in large glasses
– Ready to drink upon purchase – does not require further storage, but stays great for several weeks after opening

In short:

Kopke Colheita 1998 is a majestic port wine with over two decades of barrel aging, delivering refined complexity, warmth and depth. A wine for reflection, tranquility and enjoyment – ​​and a magnificent example of why colheita port is considered among the noblest forms of port.