€ 5 941,10 including VAT
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Scion is one of Taylor Fladgate’s most exceptional historic Ports. The wine dates back to 1855 and was aged for an exceptionally long time in wooden casks. This is a very old, barrel-aged Port, not a classic bottle-aged Vintage Port. Dried fruit, toasted nuts, candied citrus, and delicate spices define its rich, layered profile.
| Weight | 5 kg |
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| Alcohol Content | 20% |
| Wine color | Amber |
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| Region | Douro |
| Grape variety | Tinta Barroca, Tinta Roriz, Tinto Cao, Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional |
Few wines bring the nineteenth century to life quite like Taylor Fladgate Scion. This exceptional Port has matured in wood over many generations. As a result, it tells a very different story than a classic Vintage Port, which matures largely in the bottle.
1855 was the year of the famous Bordeaux classification and the World’s Fair in Paris. While the wine world was in a state of upheaval, a harvest was brought in in the Douro that would much later prove to be the foundation for one of Taylor Fladgate’s most remarkable old Ports. The historic vintage is impressive, but the way the wine has been preserved is even more exceptional.
Scion originated from an old private reserve in the Douro. The remaining barrels were transferred to Taylor Fladgate in 2010. It is exceptionally rare for a wine like this, dating from the mid-19th century, to be released after such a long period of aging in wood. Only 1,400 crystal decanters were produced for the original release. This special edition thus combines a tangible piece of port history with the craftsmanship of a house that has been in business since 1692.
The long barrel aging gave Scion its own aromatic profile: dried fruit, toasted nuts, candied citrus, and subtle spices. What’s particularly remarkable is how such richness blends with freshness. It is precisely this balance that keeps a very old, oak-aged Port captivating and prevents the aging aromas from becoming overpowering.
A historic bottling like this deserves a quiet moment of tasting. Pour it into a suitable port glass, give the aromas time to develop, and avoid pairing it with a strong-flavored dish. That way, all your attention remains focused on the wine’s character and the exceptional story behind the bottle.
See also The Very Very Old Tawny at Port2Port.
