1962 Maynard's Porto Colheita

Released in 1962 and slowly matured in seasoned casks, this Maynard’s Colheita Port is a single‑vintage fortified wine that bridges the structural complexity of a historic year with the refined oxidative character of a premium tawny. Bottled directly from wood after decades of careful aging, it delivers a layered, drink‑now profile that rewards attentive service.

Tasting Profile

The wine presents a deep tawny‑amber hue with garnet edges. On the nose, concentrated dried figs, spiced walnut, and sweet caramel interlace with subtle citrus peel and toasted oak. The palate mirrors those foundations with baked red fruit, molasses, and a distinct mineral backbone, all anchored by bright acidity that keeps the residual sugar from feeling heavy. Extended barrel time contributes a smooth, lingering finish marked by dried violets, pipe tobacco, and crushed stone.

Serving & Pairing Suggestions

• Serve slightly cellared (14–16°C / 57–60°F) in a tulip‑shaped glass to concentrate the aromatics while allowing gentle airflow.
• Decant gently through a mesh strainer if visible crystalline deposits have settled, then let the wine rest fifteen minutes before drinking.
• Pair with aged blue cheeses like Roquefort, honey‑glazed pecans, date‑stuffed pastries, or single‑origin dark chocolate to complement the wine’s bitterness and sweetness balance.

Each 750ml bottle remains accessible today and will maintain its equilibrium for another ten to fifteen years when kept upright in a stable, low‑humidity cellar away from direct light.