Wine detail

Barros

Colheita

Douro

1977

Vintage

Varietal

Touriga Nacional

Peak 1982-1994

Where it is, October 2026

Past Window: the full drinking arc closed in 2000.

This bottle is beyond its drinking horizon.

The ‘77 Colheita.

Barros Colheita 1977 is a Touriga Nacional from Douro, Portugal.

Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline

Full drinking arcYou are here · past window, 2026

Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.

Full drinking arc 1980-2000Peak window 1982-1994

The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.

Tasting note

Barros' 1977 Colheita should offer Touriga Nacional aromas of dried fig, plum and dark berries, with warm spice. Douro fruit is expected to feel mature and concentrated, a softened texture balanced by enough acidity to give the palate shape. Its projected drinking horizon ended in 2000, so bottle condition will dominate the experience. If sound, the finish may be gentle, with dried fruit, spice and earthy tones.

The 1977 vintage

Barros' 1977 Colheita is a Touriga Nacional from Douro, Portugal.

About Barros

Barros' Colheita is a Touriga Nacional from Douro, Portugal.

Pairing suggestions

Cellared suggestions based on the wine and dish descriptions.

Braised lamb shanks with rosemary garlic

The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.

Aged Gouda with spiced quince compote

The wine's fresh acidity keeps the pairing lively.

Dark chocolate truffles with sea salt

The pairing leaves room for the wine's supple tannins.

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Frequently Asked

What is Barros Colheita 1977?

Barros Colheita 1977 is a Touriga Nacional from Douro, Portugal.

When should Barros Colheita 1977 be opened?

The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 1980-2000. Within that arc, the peak window is 1982-1994. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.

What pairs with Barros Colheita 1977?

Pair this wine with Braised lamb shanks with rosemary garlic; Aged Gouda with spiced quince compote; or Dark chocolate truffles with sea salt.