{"id":5883,"date":"2026-05-15T20:58:31","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T18:58:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/port2port.be\/product\/1997-fonseca-vintage-port-douro\/"},"modified":"2026-05-22T13:13:41","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T11:13:41","slug":"1997-fonseca-vintage-port-douro","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/port2port.be\/en\/product\/1997-fonseca-vintage-port-douro\/","title":{"rendered":"1997 Fonseca Vintage Port - Douro"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>1997 Fonseca Vintage Port from the Douro<\/h2>\n<h2>A powerful and refined vintage port with rich fruit expression and long aging<\/h2>\n<p>The 1997 Fonseca Vintage Port is among the most highly regarded vintage ports of the 1990s. Known for its rich and voluptuous style, Fonseca combines intense fruit concentration with elegance and impressive ageing potential in this wine.<\/p>\n<h3>Aroma &amp; taste<\/h3>\n<p>In the glass, this port shows a deep ruby color with slight evolution. The nose is intense and refined with aromas of blackcurrants, plums, dark chocolate, figs and exotic spices. In the mouth rich and harmonious, with soft tannins, lively acidity and a particularly long finish.<\/p>\n<h3>Serving &amp; foodpairing<\/h3>\n<p>Serve at 16-18\u00b0C. Ideal with chocolate desserts, blue cheese or as an exclusive finale to a dinner party.<\/p>\n<h3>The story behind the bottle<\/h3>\n<p>The year 1997 is considered a strong vintage year in the Douro. With this wine, Fonseca created a rich and elegant vintage port that is beautifully evolved today while continuing to age. A popular choice with collectors and lovers of classic vintage ports.<\/p>\n<h3>Discover more<\/h3>\n<p>Discover more from our assortment <a href=\"https:\/\/port2port.be\/en\/product-categorie\/porto\/vintage-port\/\">Vintage Port<\/a> or view all <a href=\"https:\/\/port2port.be\/en\/product-categorie\/porto\/\">Porto wines<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Also check out this iconic vintage: <a href=\"https:\/\/port2port.be\/en\/product\/1994-fonseca-vintage-port\/\">1994 Fonseca Vintage Port<\/a>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<ul>\n<li>Classic 1997 vintage port<\/li>\n<li>Rich and elegant style<\/li>\n<li>Aromas of black fruits, cocoa and spices<\/li>\n<li>Perfect for enthusiasts and collectors<\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"featured_media":5864,"template":"","meta":{"_seopress_titles_title":"1997 Fonseca Vintage Port \u2013 Douro","_seopress_titles_desc":"1997 Fonseca Vintage Port. 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