Vintage Port 1999 / Gran Cruz Vintage Port 1999, 750ml

The Gran Cruz 1999 vintage port is a classic vintage port that impressively reflects the quality of an exceptional year. Selected grapes from the Douro Valley form the basis for this powerful yet harmonious port, which has matured over many years and now displays impressive depth.

The bouquet unfolds with intense aromas of ripe dark fruits such as blackberries and black cherries, accompanied by notes of dried plums, cocoa, spices, and a hint of tobacco. With increasing aeration, subtle nuances of leather and fine wood emerge.

On the palate, the Gran Cruz Vintage Port 1999 is full-bodied and concentrated, with velvety tannins and well-integrated sweetness. The fruitiness is supported by a vibrant structure, while the long, elegant finish is characterized by spicy and chocolatey notes.

This vintage sport is excellent as a digestif , with strong blue cheese , dark chocolate, or simply as a meditative moment of enjoyment. Decanting before serving is recommended to fully develop its aromatic profile.

A port wine for connoisseurs and collectors – the Gran Cruz Vintage Port 1999 impresses with its maturity, character and timeless elegance.

The Gran Cruz Vintage Port 1999 received international acclaim, including Silver medals at the International Wine Challenge (IWC) and the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles, as well as a Bronze medal at the International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) in the years 2015-2018, with critics giving notes such as dark berries, Chocolate , spices and nuttiness highlighted, with an average rating 85/100 on Wine-Searcher, which indicates solid quality, especially since 1999 was not a generally great, but a strong year for this port.