Grapes for Humanity 6th Annual Charity Fine Wine Auction

April 16 - 22, 2026

Online Auction
LOT 810

Lot 810

TAYLOR (FLADGATE) PORTO VINTAGE 1997 (1) WA 96
TAYLOR (FLADGATE) PORTO VINTAGE 2003 (1)

TAYLOR (FLADGATE) PORTO VINTAGE 1997 (1) WA 96
TAYLOR (FLADGATE) PORTO VINTAGE 2003 (1)
Lot 810 Details
TAYLOR (FLADGATE) PORTO VINTAGE 1997 (1)

Douro, Portugal.

Saturated black/purple-colored, with stunning aromatics of blueberries, blackberries, licorice, and iron, this spectacular vintage port is one of the stars of the vintage. Extremely full-bodied, with silky tannin, spectacular concentration and purity, multiple flavor levels, and an evolved, forward personality, this is an exquisite yet precocious 1997 vintage port. December 1999 WA 96

TAYLOR (FLADGATE) PORTO VINTAGE 2003 (1)

Douro, Portugal.

2 bts.    per lot $400 - $600

Realised: $425

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 810
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About Condition Ratings

  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.