Van Zellers & Co Tawny Port 1989, 0.75cl

Van Zellers & Co Tawny Port 1989 - Historical Colheita

Region: Douro, Portugal
Type: Colheita Tawny Port Wine
Harvest Year: 1989
Ageing: 35+ years in wooden casks
Volume: 0.75L

About the 1989 Colheita Tawny:

A Colheita Tawny is a single-harvest Port wine, aged in wooden casks for a minimum of 7 years before bottling. This 1989 represents over 35 years of evolution, making it a true collector's rarity.

Historical Context 1989:

1989 was a momentous year, witnessing the fall of the Berlin Wall and the end of the Cold War. This wine captures the essence of that historical moment, patiently ageing over more than three decades.

Van Zellers Tradition - 400 Years:

The Van Zeller family, with 400 years of tradition in the Douro, has preserved this wine since 1989, allowing it to develop an extraordinary and unique complexity. Each bottle is a testament to 15 generations of knowledge.

Tasting Notes:

Deep amber colour with coppery reflections. Complex and evolved aromas of noble dried fruits, dried figs, dates, aged honey, burnt caramel, rare spices, tobacco, and noble wood. On the palate, it is silky, opulent, and perfectly balanced, with endless layers of flavour. Eternal and majestic finish.

Aromatic Profile:

• Noble dried fruits (almond, hazelnut, walnut)
• Dried figs, dates, and sultanas
• Aged honey and burnt caramel
• Rare spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, clove)
• Candied orange peel
• Tobacco, leather, and noble wood
• Espresso coffee and dark chocolate
• Stratospheric complexity

Pairings:

• Rare blue cheeses (vintage Stilton, Roquefort)
• Caramel and toffee desserts
• Toasted noble dried fruits
• Single-origin dark chocolate
• Traditional convent sweets
• Perfect as a meditation wine
• Ideal for historical celebrations

Serving Temperature: 12-14°C
Storage: Can be kept open for months
Potential: At the peak of its evolution

A 1989 Colheita Tawny of absolute rarity. A historical collector's wine for truly unique occasions!