Year Old Porto Tawny 500ml 2040

Produced in the Douro Valley, Portugal, one of the oldest and most prestigious wine regions known for Port wine production.

Estate: Quinta da Pacheca, a historic vineyard with a tradition dating back to the 18th century.

The wine is a blend of traditional Portuguese grape varieties commonly used in Port production, including:

• Touriga Nacional
• Touriga Franca
• Tinta Roriz (Tempranillo)
• Tinta Barroca
• Tinto Cão

The tawny Port is aged for a specified number of years in seasoned oak casks, allowing gradual oxidation and evaporation which imparts its characteristic amber color and complex flavors.

Key steps include:

• Fermentation of grape must followed by fortification with grape spirit to stop fermentation and retain natural sweetness.
• Extended aging in oak barrels to develop nutty, caramel, and dried fruit notes.
• Blending of wines from different vintages to achieve consistent style and quality.

Color: Warm amber to golden brown hue, typical of aged tawny Ports.

Aroma: Intense bouquet with notes of dried fruits such as figs and raisins, complemented by hints of toasted nuts, caramel, and subtle spices.

Palate: Smooth and velvety texture with balanced sweetness and acidity. Flavors of toffee, honey, and nuts unfold on the palate, finishing with a long, elegant aftertaste.

Ideal to accompany:

• Cheese platters, especially blue cheeses like Roquefort or Stilton
• Desserts featuring nuts, caramel, or dried fruits such as pecan pie or almond tart
• Chocolate-based desserts, particularly dark chocolate
• As a digestif served slightly chilled or at room temperature