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This Magnum contains 1.5 liters of Croft Vintage Port from 2000. The larger bottle size is appealing to lovers of aged Vintage Port.
| Weight | 6 kg |
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| Alcohol Content | 20% |
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| Region | Douro |
| Wine color | Red |
The 2000 Croft Vintage Port in magnum format combines a classic Douro vintage with a 1.5-liter bottle. Croft is one of the historic port houses, with a history dating back to 1588. The house is known for its distinct fruity character. This version is not only ideal for sharing with fellow enthusiasts but also appealing to those who wish to follow the evolution of a great Vintage Port in the bottle.
2000 is one of the widely declared Vintage Port vintages. In this vintage year, numerous port houses chose to release their best wines as Vintage Port. This widespread declaration underscores the exceptional reputation of the harvest in the Douro, while each producer maintains its own style and selection.
The 2000 harvest in the Douro produced concentrated Vintage Ports with dark fruit and a robust structure. On the steep slopes, sun exposure and elevation vary from plot to plot. This makes choosing the right harvest time crucial. The millennium year also took on special symbolic significance, which is why bottles from 2000 are also kept as mementos of an era.
Vintage Port spends a relatively short time in the barrel and is then bottled to continue aging in the bottle. A magnum contains twice as much wine as a standard bottle. Due to the ratio of wine volume to the small amount of oxygen under the cork, the aging process may unfold differently. Slower aging is possible, but it also depends on the cork and storage conditions.
Expect black berries, ripe plums, dark cherries, violets, and notes of cocoa. The flavor is rich and concentrated, with tannins that support the fruit. After years of bottle aging, softer, more layered aromas may develop. The exact development varies from bottle to bottle.
Serve at around 16 to 18 degrees Celsius. Stand the magnum upright beforehand and decant it carefully to separate any sediment. This port pairs well with dark chocolate or blue cheese and is also a great choice to taste alongside a standard bottle during a tasting.
Compare with 2000 Croft Vintage Port, 2011 Taylor Fladgate Vintage Magnum and 2003 Croft Vintage Port. Be sure to check out our Vintage Ports.
