{"product_id":"taylor-fladgate-vargellas-vinha-velha-vintage-port-2007","title":"2007 Taylor Fladgate","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2007 Taylor Fladgate Vargellas Vinha Velha – Rare Old Vine Port\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2007 Taylor Fladgate Vargellas Vinha Velha represents one of the most limited and sought-after expressions from the Douro Valley. Produced only in exceptional vintages from the oldest vines at Quinta de Vargellas, this bottling reflects both heritage and precision. The 2007 release is widely regarded as one of the finest examples of this cuvee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose reveals intense aromas of blackberry, cassis, violet, and dark chocolate. On the palate, the wine is deeply concentrated yet structured, offering layered black fruit supported by firm tannins and balanced sweetness. Notes of spice, licorice, and mineral tones unfold through a long, persistent finish with remarkable depth and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking \u0026amp; Vineyard Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from old vines at Quinta de Vargellas, the wine is composed of traditional Douro varieties including Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, and Tinta Roriz. Fermentation is halted with grape spirit to preserve natural sweetness, followed by aging in large oak vats prior to bottling. The 2007 growing season provided ideal conditions for concentration and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInvestment \u0026amp; Collectibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVargellas Vinha Velha is produced in extremely small quantities and released only in select vintages, making it highly sought after among collectors. The 2007 vintage, already recognized as a benchmark year for Port, further enhances its long-term investment appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Insights \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2007 Port vintage is regarded as one of the strongest of the modern era. At Quinta de Vargellas, optimal growing conditions produced wines of exceptional depth, balance, and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/port-blend-red?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=port+blen\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePort Blend Red\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/vintage-port?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=vintage+po\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eVintage Port\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/douro-wines?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=dour\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDouro Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Taylor Fladgate","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":48008194588864,"sku":"FRGE-TFG-V07-750","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4310\/4704\/files\/Taylor_Fladgate_Vargellas.webp?v=1775071328","url":"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/products\/taylor-fladgate-vargellas-vinha-velha-vintage-port-2007","provider":"Angry Wine Merchant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}