Graham's : Vintage Port 2003

Rich and structured, a seductive Vintage Port

The estate

Founded in 1820 and acquired by the Symington family in 1970, W&J Graham's is now the only independent British Port House.

While Graham's was one of the first houses to acquire its own vineyards in the Douro Valley, in the Duriense region of North West Portugal, the house also reflects its pioneering spirit through its never-ending pursuit of perfection and will to modernise viticultural and winemaking methods.

Graham's produces Port Wines that beam beyond Portuguese borders for their finesse, aromatic richness and concentration.

The wine

Produced only as a result of exceptional years, Graham's Vintages are the most refined and unique expression of Graham's signature style.

The vintage

Despite low yields, the 2003 vintage produces a Vintage Port that exhibits an alluring tannic structure and a broad aromatic palette.

The blend

This Graham's Vintage Port 2003 is a Port blend.

The tasting

Colour

A beautiful dark purple colour.

Nose

Intense violet fragrances on the nose.

Palate

Ample and generous, the palate expresses seductive blackberry and liquorice aromas as well as an alluring structure and rich tannins. The palate is long and weaved into a complex and delicious finish.