Real Companhia Velha Vintage Port 1987

Real Companhia Velha Vintage Port 1987 is one of the most traditional Douro wineries and stands for first-class vintage port. The 1987 vintage is considered a gem of this era: concentrated, with ripe fruit, yet a fresh character that has sustained it for decades. Real Companhia Velha has earned an outstanding reputation through artisanal precision, meticulous winemaking, and a consistent pursuit of quality, which has been acknowledged by renowned critics such as Falstaff, Wine Spectator, and Jancis Robinson. The wine combines typically Portuguese characteristics such as dark berries, cocoa, and delicate spice with an elegant tannin structure and a lingering complexity, making it a long-lasting classic.

Tasting Note: The nose surprises with ripe plums, black currants, dried figs, and delicate chocolate, accompanied by nuances of smoke and tobacco. On the palate, the port is full and sensual, with silky tannins, dense extract, and fruit that is still present without being overpowering. The balance of sweetness, acidity, and wood gives it impressive length, while mineral accents add freshness. Food Pairing Recommendation: Wonderful with dark chocolate, aged cheeses such as Roquefort or Manchego, grilled lamb with herbs, or a fig chutney—these combinations emphasize the fruit, spice, and elegant structure of the wine.