{"product_id":"vintage-porto-burmester-1997","title":"Vintage Port Burmester 1997","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Porto Vintage Burmester 1997 is a classic Vintage Port from the historic house of Burmester, which was established in 1750. Produced in the renowned Douro region of northern Portugal, this fortified wine was harvested in 1997 and subsequently bottled in 1999. It is presented at 20% alcohol by volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Douro Valley is one of the oldest demarcated wine regions in the world, officially established in 1756, and is today recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The landscape is defined by steep terraces built into the mountainsides along the Douro River, allowing for viticulture in a rugged terrain. The soil consists primarily of schist, forcing the vines' roots to dig deep for water. Shielded from the Atlantic coastal climate by the Marão mountain range, the region experiences a continental climate with very hot, dry summers and cold winters. These demanding conditions naturally limit the harvest yield while ensuring a high concentration in the grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePorto, or Vinho do Porto, is the protected designation of origin (DOC) for this fortified wine. The fermentation process is intentionally halted by the addition of grape spirit, which preserves the natural sugar content of the grapes and raises the alcohol level. The wine is crafted from a blend of traditional Portuguese grape varieties native to the area, typically including Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, and Tinto Cão.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Burmester","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57556959396166,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/3478\/1950\/files\/generated-1533_0ea8e0d6-21e4-479f-80e9-6413d3823c3e.jpg?v=1791547585","url":"https:\/\/bottleswithhistory.com\/products\/vintage-porto-burmester-1997","provider":"Bottles With History","version":"1.0","type":"link"}