True rarity is not proclaimed; it is recognised. APICIVS 1975 finds those who value time, perfection, and all that transcends the ordinary.
For five decades, this extraordinary vintage has matured within the cellars of a time-honoured Port house. Time has shaped its structure, deepened its spirit, and elevated its essence. 556 litres were meticulously selected by the APICIVS Master Blender for their exceptional quality, representing the purest expression of what this vintage could achieve.
Bottled on its jubilee, this Colheita Port stands as a testament to time, mastery, and the unyielding quest for perfection. Each bottle captures a unique, unrepeatable moment, reserved for those who understand that some experiences are beyond acquisition – they are destined.
Some creations defy explanation. They must be experienced. Some choices are beyond deliberation. They impose themselves.
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450,00 €
Bottled on its jubilee, this Colheita Port stands as a testament to time, mastery, and the unyielding quest for perfection. Each bottle captures a unique, unrepeatable moment, reserved for those who understand that some experiences are beyond acquisition — they are destined.
ORIGIN: Portugal | REGION: Douro | APPELLATION: Port (Protected Designation of Origin) | CATEGORY: Single Harvest | STYLE: Tawny |
COLOR: Red | VINTAGE: 1975 | BOTTLED IN: 2025 |
NUMBER OF BOTTLES: 741
SOILS: Predominantly schist soils.
GRAPE VARIETIES: Due to the viticultural practices of the time, it is impossible to accurately identify all the grape varieties present in this Port wine. Back then, field blends were the norm — vineyards were often planted with numerous varieties side by side, sometimes even mixing white grapes among predominantly red varieties — and many indigenous varieties that remain unclassified or yet to be identified. Nevertheless, available records and empirical knowledge allow for the following composition to be suggested: the first five varieties account for over 60% of the blend, while the following six together represent at least 15% — Tinta Barroca, Tinta Roriz, Tinto Cão, Touriga Francesa (Touriga Franca), Touriga Nacional, Bastardo, Donzelinho Tinto, Malvasia Preta, Mourisco Tinto (Marufo), Tinta Amarela, Tinta Francisca, among others.
OENOLOGY: Exclusive blend of 556 litres, carefully selected from 600-litre casks, preserved since 1975 in the cellars of an old Port house. Bottled unfiltered in May 2025.
SERVICE: 12 – 16ºC / 54 – 61ºF
PHYSICOCHEMICAL ANALYSES
ALCOHOL CONTENT (% vol.): 19,30
pH: 3,43
TOTAL ACIDITY (g/L as TARTARIC ACID): 6,3
TOTALL SUGARS (g/L): 135
PACKAGING LOGISTICS
BOTTLE CAPACITY (mL): 750
EMPTY BOTTLE WEIGHT (g): 772
FILLED BOTTLE WEIGHT (g): 1350
BOTTLES/GIFT-BOX (unit): 1
GIFT-BOX GROSS WEIGHT (g): 1725
GIFT-BOX DIMENSIONS (mm): 99,5 x 322 x 99,5
GIFT-BOXES/CASE (unitsUN): 6
CASE GROSS WEIGHT (kg): 10,8
CASE DIMENSIONS (mm): 332 x 342 x 210
UPC (EAN-13): 5606545929759
SCC (EAN-14): 15606545929756
PACKAGING MATERIALS / SPECIFICATIONS:
BOTTLE: glass / labeled — premium paper, printed and embossed
CLOSURE: natural cork stopper — cylindrical, custom sized, Flor grade, inspected and smelled before final finishing
SEAL: synthetic flexible wax
GIFT-BOX: cardboard — coated with premium paper, printed, embossed, and hand-finished
CASE: kraft-laminated corrugated cardboard, printed
A deep mahogany hue reveals delicate red glints and a soft greenish rim, bearing witness to half a century of patient ageing.
The nose opens with a striking ethereal lift of fine varnish, an extraordinary expression of ethyl acetate, soon embraced by sublime, delicate vanillas. An intense balsamic liquorice note follows, entwined with bittersweet honey and the evocative scent of freshly cured tobacco leaves. Dark, sumptuous raisins unfold, alongside fleeting whispers of caramelised figs. As the bouquet deepens, a rich crème brûlée emerges, lifting again the elegant vanilla tones, shaded by the subtle warmth of sandalwood. Honeysuckle-like floral nuances, bittersweet and ethereal, and a gentle hint of butterscotch complete the aromatic profile.
On the palate, it is unctuous and vibrant, with a striking acidity that brings clarity and lift.
The finish is lush and lingering, enveloping the senses with soft coatings of vanilla, honey, and the delicate memory of crystallised white fruits.
