{"product_id":"2024-fonseca-vintage-port-12-x-375ml-in-bond","title":"2024 Fonseca Vintage Port  (12 x 375ml) (in Bond)","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"343\" data-start=\"33\"\u003eProduced by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eFonseca\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in the \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eDouro Valley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the 2024 marks a rare classic declaration—the house’s first in seven years and one of its smallest releases to date, made from an exceptional but limited harvest. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"829\" data-start=\"345\"\u003eFonseca is known for its opulent, aromatic house style, built from fruit sourced across its key quintas, including Cruzeiro, Santo António and Panascal, planted on schist soils that contribute structure, depth and mineral complexity. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The 2024 vintage follows a growing season that delivered balanced ripeness and freshness, resulting in a classical expression with both power and precision. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1013\" data-start=\"831\"\u003eAs with all Vintage Ports, fermentation is short and intense before fortification, with the wine spending only a brief period in wood before bottling unfiltered for long-term ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1301\" data-start=\"1015\"\u003eTasting note:\u003cbr data-end=\"1047\" data-start=\"1044\"\u003eThe wine shows a deep, opaque purple colour with a violet rim, opening with an intense and layered nose of black cherry, cassis and blackberry, lifted by violet, wild herbs and a hint of mint freshness. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1808\" data-start=\"1303\"\u003eOn the palate it is full-bodied and richly structured, with dense, fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity providing tension and longevity. Flavours of dark berry fruit, plum and subtle spice are supported by a distinct schist-driven mineral core, giving clarity and definition. The texture is powerful yet polished, with the hallmark Fonseca richness balanced by freshness. The finish is long, concentrated and expressive, with lingering floral notes, dark fruit and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1995\" data-start=\"1810\"\u003eA benchmark Fonseca, combining intensity, aromatic richness and structure, built for extended ageing—capable of evolving for decades while already showing striking purity and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note wines will arrive in the UK from Portugal in September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelivery Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuty Paid Delivery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Delivery to a UK address. Duty, VAT, and delivery charges will be applied where applicable. .(Duty is £27.56 per case of 6. VAT is charged at 20%.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Bond Delivery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Delivery to a UK bonded warehouse. Delivery charges may apply.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Charges for your selected delivery option will be invoiced separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fonseca","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55593943073144,"sku":null,"price":388.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2354\/9604\/files\/WINES_IN_BOND.png?v=1737048667","url":"https:\/\/www.harrogatefinewinecompany.com\/products\/2024-fonseca-vintage-port-12-x-375ml-in-bond","provider":"Harrogate Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}