Burmester, Porto Colheita Porto 2013

Burmester Colheita Porto 2013 is a single-vintage tawny Port, offering a more mature and layered style than a youthful Ruby Port. Produced from grapes harvested in 2013 and aged in wood, it combines the character of a vintage with the polished, nutty complexity associated with traditional Colheita Port. Its history is rooted in Burmester’s long-standing connection to the Port trade, which dates back to the 18th century.

Tasting Notes
The wine typically shows a warm amber to brick-red colour, reflecting its extended maturation in wooden casks. On the nose, expect aromas of dried fruit, caramel, toasted nuts and gentle spice, with hints of orange peel and vanilla developing in the glass. On the palate, it is smooth and concentrated, balancing notes of raisins, dates and dried figs with toffee, walnut and a subtle citrus freshness. The finish is lingering and harmonious, with the oak ageing adding depth without overshadowing the fruit. Once bottled, Colheita Port is ready to drink and does not require further bottle ageing, although it can be kept for several years under suitable conditions.

Production
Colheita Port is made from grapes grown in Portugal’s Douro Valley and comes from a single declared harvest—in this case, 2013. The grapes are traditionally harvested by hand and fermented before fortification with grape spirit, preserving the wine’s natural sweetness. It is then matured in wooden casks, where gradual oxidation develops its amber colour and characteristic notes of dried fruit, nuts and caramel. Specific vineyard and vinification details for this bottling are not provided.

Food & Serving
Serve slightly chilled, ideally at around 12–14°C. This Colheita is an excellent partner for crème brûlée, almond tart, apple desserts, dried fruit and mature cheeses, while its nutty character also makes it enjoyable with foie gras or roasted nuts. It generally does not need decanting, as it is filtered and ready to serve; decanting may nevertheless be useful for presentation or to remove any possible sediment. Once opened, keep it sealed in a cool place and enjoy within several weeks.

Producer
The Burmester name derives from the German word “Burgmeester,” meaning mayor, and the family originated in Mölln in northern Germany. In 1730, Henry Burmester and John Nash established a grain business in London under the name Burmester & Nash. The company moved to Vila Nova de Gaia in 1750 and began shipping Port to the British Isles and elsewhere in Europe. Burmester’s commercial and financial activities became highly respected in London, and the family’s enduring connection is commemorated by Burmester Road in Wimbledon. Today, the name remains closely associated with the historic Port tradition of Vila Nova de Gaia.

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