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Fonseca Quinta do Panascal 1999

Douro DOC

Fabulous rich and complex, 20 year old Single Quinta Vintage port. It's a superb release from Fonseca, made only in softer years that won't take decades to mature. Still at 20 years old, this vintage port is just coming into its own. Very fine.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Luscious, ripe, velvety, with ripe plum and strawberry, fine tannins

Aroma

Ripe black cherry, damson and clove spice

Allergy information

Contains sulphites

Fonseca Quinta do Panascal 1999

More information

  • 20.5% ABV
  • 15.38 Units
  • 750.00 ml
  • 31 December, 2027

The Single Quinta ports of Panascal are meant to be a pure expression of this great estate's superb terroir. It lies on the steep right bank of the Tavira river and has one of the most highly reputed vineyards of the Douro. Since Fonseca took ownership of it in 1978, there has been significant investment in the vineyard. So now the high quality grapes are used for both the Fonseca vintage port and for this single quinta expression. Its signature style is voluptuous fruit, density and a velvety texture – all the luscious character you'll find in this fine port. With 20 years age, it is showing some layers of maturity, but still has plenty of life in it. Decant carefully and serve with cheese. Or enjoy simply as a fine glass to pore over.

"A maturing wine with good spicy notes of cinnamon and all spice and dark fruit" Wine International
For the 1998 vintage
Map showing Douro DOC
Tasting note information