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1952 Port Vintage Report


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A few shippers produced some reasonable 1952 ports, although it was only a small production - not a declared year. Colheita (single harvest tawny) Ports from this year are lovely, and would make an excellent 70 year old wine gift for a birthday or anniversary celebration this year.

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Burmester, 1952

Colheita Port, Douro
In Gift Tube
Exclusive to Vintage Wine & Port
***95 Points - Robert Parker***

The 1952 Burmester Colheita Port is a silky and refined port wine with the complexity that comes from decades of aging.

Tasting notes
Amber with golden edges, indicative of its long aging in wooden casks. On the nose, complex aromas of figs, prunes, dates , almonds and hazelnuts intermingle with notes of caramel, toffee, and subtle spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. The palate is rich, smooth, and well-balanced, with layers of dried fruits, honey, wood spices, and toasted almonds. It finishes long and persistent finish, with a fine balance of sweetness and acidity.

Serving & Food Pairing:
Best enjoyed slightly chilled, often as a dessert wine.
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Price: $640.72 USD
Stock: 8 in Stock

J W Hart, 1952

Colheita Port, Douro

Tasting note: With amber colour and golden hints this wine has an intense bouquet, dominated by the remarkable presence of the dried fruits with a refined touch of spices. In the mouth it is concentrated, firm and elegant. This wine of great deepness and with a noble character has an impressive and persistent finish.


Colheita Port Storage and Serving Advice:
Colheita Port should be stored in a cool and dry place, sheltered from light and temperature fluctuations, and the bottle should remain in an upright position. If stored correctly, Colheita Ports will keep for decades in the bottle.
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Price: $614.83 USD
Stock: 10 in Stock

Messias, 1952

Colheita Port, Douro

Step back in time and indulge in the splendour of the past with the 1952 Messias Colheita Port. Crafted by Caves Messias, a renowned Portuguese winery steeped in tradition, this exquisite fortified wine offers a journey through history in every sip. With its deep mahogany hue and captivating aroma, this Colheita Port unveils a tapestry of flavours accumulated over decades of meticulous aging in oak barrels.

Tasting notes:
Deep, lustrous mahogany hue, reminiscent of aged oak and antique leather. Its aroma is a symphony of dried fruits, with intense notes of figs, dates, raisins, orange peel, toasted almonds, and spices.
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Price: $504.81 USD
Stock: 20 in Stock

Ferreira, 1952

Vintage Port
Excellent provenance - Library release from the cellars of Ferreira in Porto.
In presentation case

An opportunity to purchase a rare 1952 Ferreira Vintage Port. These bottles have been stored in the cellar of the Ferreira Lodge at Vila Nova de Gaia in Porto since original bottling until VWP purchased them.

Each bottle is beautifully presented in a wooden case with a certificate of authenticity. The bottle forms part of the special collection of Ferreira Port Vintages celebrating extraordinary wines that stand the test of time. This wine has been stored for its entire life under ideal conditions (at temperatures between 12- 16C and a stable humidity of 70%) - a fundamental factor responsible for the preservation of this unique wine.
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Price: $1,546.78 USD
Stock: 9 in Stock

Graham's Port, 1952

Single Harvest Tawny Port
Includes Original Gift Box

Graham’s 1952 Single Harvest Tawny Port was first bottled in 2012 to commemorate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in a limited release of individually numbered bottles.

Attractive auburn, coppery tones with subtle gradations of pale orange and green on the rim denote its venerable age. With mesmerizing aromas of honeysuckle, Seville orange, almonds and soft caramel, it has unbelievable vitality and zest for a wine of its years. The palate is pure seduction, concentrated yet silky with gorgeous, soft citrus fruit melding with subtle butterscotch and honey flavours. Present — both aromatically and in the mouth — are appealing notes of toffee and marzipan.
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Price: $1,805.65 USD
Stock: 1 in Stock

Niepoort Port, 1952

Colheita Port

This wine has light tinges of ruby in the heart of this wine that mostly show a well-evolved color. Initially there was a minty note that will delight port lovers. Concentrated flavours and good length on the finish. This wine has plenty of life left


Colheita Port Storage and Serving Advice:
Colheita Port should be stored in a cool and dry place, sheltered from light and temperature fluctuations, and the bottle should remain in an upright position. If stored correctly, Colheita Ports will keep for decades in the bottle. Over time, it is natural that a little sediment will form at the bottom of a bottle of colheita Port wine.
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Price: $576.00 USD
Stock: 1 in Stock

Ramos Pinto, 1952

Vintage Port
In original wooden presentation box

Founded in 1880 by brothers Adriano and Antonio, Ramos Pinto's history has been marked by a balance between innovation and respect for tradition. In addition to producing wines of exceptional quality, the House is known for its knowledge of terroir and for its pioneering viticulture. Through its strict production policy, the selection of the best Douro grape varieties and the systematic technical and technological research, the House is positioned as the reference for the production of superior quality wines in Portugal.
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Price: $1,935.09 USD
Stock: 1 in Stock

Taylor Fladgate

Taylor’s Very Very Old Tawny Port
Bottled to commemorate the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

On 6th February 2022, Her Majesty The Queen became the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee, marking 70 years of service to the people of the United Kingdom, the Realms and the Commonwealth.

“To celebrate this unprecedented anniversary, Taylor’s Port, a Royal Warrant Holder to HM The Queen decided to bottle a Very Very Old Tawny Port. This exceptional
Port is drawn from our extensive reserves of the finest wood aged wines since the Queen succeeded to the throne, silently attesting to Her Majesty’s extraordinary reign as the longest serving Monarch in British history.” stated Adrian Bridge,
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Price: $576.00 USD
Stock: 2 in Stock