Taylor’s Port

80 Years VVOP King Charles III gift box

Strictly limited special bottling for the coronation of Charles III. — a blend of the oldest Tawny port wines from the Taylor's winery, aged for decades in oak barrels. Spicy, deep, with remarkable freshness. 1,500 bottles worldwide, in a beechwood gift box.

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80 Years VVOP King Charles III gift box

For the 80th birthday of King Charles III, Taylor's Port has put together one of the most extraordinary bottlings in the company's history: a blend of the house's oldest tawny reserves, classified as Very Very Old Port—or VVOP for short, the highest age category in this class. Worldwide, only 1,500 bottles were filled, each in a handcrafted beechwood gift box.

Taylor's is one of the oldest port wine houses in the Douro Valley, founded in 1692 and still independent today. The winery in Vila Nova de Gaia maintains one of Portugal's most extensive solera stocks—this wine comes from exactly these reserves. Decades of oxidative aging in small oak casks have developed the mahogany color typical of tawny, which transitions into amber in the glass.

In the glass, aromas of dried fig, walnut, orange marmalade, and old leather appear, underscored by notes of mocha and sandalwood. The finish is long, spicy, and characterized by astonishing freshness—a hallmark of well-aged tawnies that retain liveliness despite their age. On the palate, the wine feels silky and dense without appearing heavy.

Best served at 12–14 °C, neat as a conclusion to a festive evening or with walnut tart, Stilton, and dark chocolate.

Origin Portugal
Alcohol 20 % Vol.
Serving temp. 16–18 °C
Volume 0,75 l
Country of origin Portugal
Wine color Red Wine
Alcohol content 20 % Vol.

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Taylor’s Port

The history of Taylor's Port dates back to the 17th century, when Job Bearsley, an English merchant, settled in Porto and began producing Port wine. In 1692, his son Peter Bearsley founded the company that later became known as Taylor's.

Since then, Taylor's Port has had a long tradition in the production of high-quality Port wines, which are known worldwide for their quality and refinement. The Taylor's winery is located in the heart of the Douro Valley in Portugal, one of the oldest wine regions in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

The vineyards stretch along the steep slopes of the Douro Valley, where the unique climate and slate soils offer ideal conditions for growing grapes.

With state-of-the-art cellar technology and an experienced team of oenologists, Taylor's Port focuses on the highest quality and tradition in winemaking. The range of Taylor's Port includes an impressive selection of Port wines that reflect the diversity and quality of the Douro region. From classic Vintage Ports to elegant Tawnys and fresh and fruity White Ports, Taylor's offers a wide range of styles and flavors. Each wine is characterized by its unique personality and unmistakable character, which is the result of centuries of experience and passion for Port wine. Taylor's Port stands for the highest quality and tradition in every bottle. With a deep connection to nature and a respectful approach to the terroir, the winery strives to produce authentic and characterful wines that reflect the heritage and history of the Douro Valley. Through careful manual labor in the vineyard and gentle processing of the grapes in the cellar, Taylor's Port guarantees an unforgettable taste experience with every sip.

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