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Fladgate Tawny Porto 20 Year - Item Code: 04573
Tasting Notes and Characteristics:
Sipping Fladgate Tawny Porto 20 Year is a luxurious experience, with layers of dried fig, caramelized nuts, and subtle spice unfolding on the palate in a silky, lingering finish. Crafted in Portugal from traditional Douro Valley grapes and aged patiently in oak casks for two decades, this tawny port achieves remarkable complexity and balance. With an ABV of 20%, it’s perfect for savoring slowly after dinner or alongside a wedge of blue cheese or a handful of roasted nuts, where its rich sweetness beautifully complements savory flavors. Whether enjoyed on its own or as part of an indulgent dessert course, Fladgate Tawny Porto 20 Year offers a taste of Portuguese winemaking heritage in every glass.
Producer Information: Taylor Fladgate
Taylor Fladgate stands as a historic Port house rooted in the Douro Valley of Portugal, where it has shaped the tradition of fine Port production since its founding in 1692. The winery is celebrated for its meticulous approach to crafting vintage Ports, Late Bottled Vintage (LBV), and aged Tawny Ports, each reflecting the unique terroir of their estate vineyards. Taylor Fladgate’s commitment to traditional foot treading in granite lagares and careful aging practices ensures depth and complexity across their range. Alongside classic Ports, they also produce white Port, showcasing versatility within fortified wine styles while maintaining a strong connection to regional heritage and craftsmanship.
Ordering and Delivery Options for this Porto
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Porto, commonly known as Port wine, is a fortified wine originating from the Douro Valley in Portugal. It is made primarily from a blend of grapes including Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, and Tinto Cão. The fortification process involves adding grape spirit (aguardente) during fermentation to halt the process and preserve the natural sugars, resulting in a range of sweetness levels from dry styles like Branco to sweeter varieties such as Ruby and Tawny.
The aging methods for Porto vary significantly among its types. Ruby Porto is typically aged in large oak casks for a shorter duration, showcasing rich red fruit flavors like cherry and raspberry with hints of chocolate. In contrast, Tawny Porto undergoes longer aging in smaller barrels that allow for oxidation and evaporation, developing nutty flavors alongside dried fruits and caramel notes. Vintage Porto is aged briefly in cask before being bottled for several years; it offers intense dark fruit flavors with floral and earthy complexities as it matures. Each style pairs beautifully with specific foods—Ruby with dark chocolate desserts or strong cheeses; Tawny with nuts or crème brûlée; Vintage best enjoyed on its own or alongside decadent dishes.
