The 1994 vintage in the Douro was declared by nearly every top house, and Fonseca’s release is arguably the most celebrated of them all. Known for its signature style—lush fruit, firm structure, and exotic spice—this bottling has matured into something extraordinary while still retaining the power that has always set it apart.
In the glass, it’s a cascade of black cherry, fig, dark chocolate, plum compote, and crushed rose petals, lifted by notes of mint, eucalyptus, and warm spice. The texture is rich and velvety, yet beautifully structured, with tannins that have softened into a frame of polished elegance. The finish is long, layered, and endlessly seductive.
Whether you’re savoring it now or cellaring for another 20+ years, Fonseca 1994 is a monumental Port—ideal with blue cheese, chocolate desserts, or simply on its own to mark a special moment.
