Pocas White Colheita Port 2015

Compare one available listing from 1 UK merchant — from £32.95, averaging £32.95.

Vintage	2015
Style	Fortified

About this wine

Poças White Colheita Port is a magnificent, highly sophisticated fortified wine representing the pinnacle of single-harvest white port production. Crafted by the historic, independent family-owned house of Poças, this premium bottling showcases the incredible complexity that can be achieved when top-tier white grapes are allowed a decade of patient cask maturation. It represents a rare, luxurious style of port that beautifully bridges the gap between vibrant freshness and deep, oxidative complexity. Why You'll Love It This exceptional single-harvest white port is a revelation for fortified wine enthusiasts looking for something truly unique. Awarded for its exceptional quality and value, it delivers all the nutty, caramelized charm of a traditional aged tawny but with a distinct, uplifting citrus freshness and aromatic lift that only white grape varieties can provide. It offers a beautifully balanced, smooth texture that makes it an impressive alternative to standard dessert wines. Vineyard & Production The fruit is manually harvested from 25 year old vines rooted in the classic schist soils of the Cima Corgo and Douro Superior sub-regions. Following a meticulous field selection, the grapes undergo temperature-controlled fermentation which is stopped at the optimal moment by the addition of premium grape brandy. The wine is then left to mature for ten years in historic oak casks, some over forty years old, where it gently mellows through controlled oxidation to acquire its signature depth and character. Tasting Notes Pouring a beautiful straw yellow with an attractive orange hue, this fortified wine opens with an intense, captivating nose of candied orange peel, dried apricots, and rich honey. On the palate, it reveals a wonderfully fresh and enveloping profile, layering sweet spicy notes and a delicate hint of smokiness over a silky, harmonious texture. The finish is remarkably long, clean, and balanced, leaving a lingering impression of warmth and refined complexi