Barão de Vilar
Barão de Vilar: Crafting Excellence in Every Glass
Barão de Vilar, another jewel in Vinihold's portfolio, is a prestigious brand in the Port wine industry. It symbolizes a lineage of Port wine history, descending from the first known Port shipper who sent barrels of this luscious wine down the Douro River in the 17th century.
Characteristics of Barão de Vilar Port
Barão de Vilar offers a spectrum of Port styles, including Vintage, Tawny, Ruby, and Late Bottled Vintage (LBV), each with its distinct characteristics. Yet, regardless of style, all their Ports are imbued with a trademark finesse and complexity.
Their Vintage Ports are known for their robust flavors and substantial structure, displaying an impressive array of fruit and spice notes. Tawny Ports, aged in wood, have an elegant profile, with hints of caramel, dried fruits, and nuts. Their Ruby and LBV Ports exhibit a rich, fruit-forward character, making them excellent introductory wines for those new to Port.
Technical Details
Barão de Vilar leverages traditional winemaking methods and native grape varieties such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, and Tinta Barroca. The winemaking process includes traditional foot treading in stone lagares, followed by fermentation, which is interrupted with the addition of grape spirit, preserving the wine's sweetness.
Gastronomic Suggestions
Barão de Vilar's Ports offer fantastic versatility when it comes to food pairing. Their Vintage and LBV Ports are delightful with rich cheeses and chocolate-based desserts, while the Tawny Ports, with their nutty and dried fruit nuances, are an excellent match for creamy desserts, fine cheeses, and pâtés. The fresh, fruity character of the Ruby Ports makes them a great companion to cheese platters or fruit desserts.
Vineyard Practices
Barão de Vilar maintains sustainable vineyard practices, with great respect for the indigenous grape varieties and the unique terroir of the Douro Valley. The challenging nature of the region's terrain necessitates manual vineyard management, thus maintaining a harmonious relationship between the land and the winemaking process.
Notable Vintage Years and Producers
Barão de Vilar's Vintage Ports, like the celebrated 2000, 2003, and 2011, are a reflection of both the excellent quality of the harvest and the skilled craftsmanship of the winemakers. Alongside other eminent producers, Barão de Vilar continues to contribute to the distinguished legacy of Port wine.
These two esteemed brands under Vinihold's umbrella continue to uphold the rich tradition of Port wine while crafting unique, high-quality expressions that reflect the heart and soul of the Douro Valley.
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Álvaro van Zeller
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1996/ 1997/ 1999/ 2000/ 2002/ 2003/ 2007/ 2011
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Renowned for its finesse and complexity, Barão de Vilar is a standout in the Port wine landscape, offering a diverse portfolio of Port styles. Their Vintage Ports, celebrated for robust flavors and robust structure, showcase an exceptional balance of fruit and spice. The elegance of their wood-aged Tawny Ports is marked by nuances of caramel, dried fruits, and nuts. For those new to Port, the rich, fruit-forward character of Barão de Vilar's Ruby and Late Bottled Vintage (LBV) Ports make them an excellent gateway. Each style holds true to the essence of Barão de Vilar: a perfect blend of tradition and taste.
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1951/ 1962/ 1963/ 1970/ 1977/ 1982/ 1990/ 1997/ 2001/ 2003
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Quinta de Zom
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