Taylor Fladgate Tawny Port 1.5L - Item Code: 09232
Tasting Notes and Characteristics:
Sipping Taylor Fladgate Tawny Port 1.5L is a luxurious experience, with layers of dried fruit, caramel, and subtle spice unfolding on the palate in a silky, warming embrace. Crafted in Portugal using traditional methods that blend aged wines for complexity, this tawny port boasts an ABV of 20%, offering both richness and balance. Its smooth character makes it an ideal companion for a quiet evening or as the perfect finish to a meal; try it alongside blue cheese or walnuts to highlight its nutty undertones and enhance your tasting experience.
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, a fortified wine originating from the Douro Valley in Portugal, is renowned for its rich flavors and diverse styles. Made primarily from base grapes such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, and Tinto Cão, Porto undergoes a unique fortification process where grape spirit (aguardente) is added during fermentation to halt the process and preserve natural sugars. This results in a range of sweetness levels from dry Branco to very sweet Ruby and Tawny varieties.
The aging method of Porto varies significantly between styles; Ruby Porto is typically aged for a shorter duration in large wooden casks or smaller barrels, showcasing vibrant red fruit flavors like cherry and raspberry with hints of chocolate and spice. In contrast, Tawny Porto ages longer in wood, developing complex notes of dried fruits such as figs and raisins alongside nuts and caramel. These distinct flavor profiles make Ruby an excellent pairing for chocolate desserts or strong cheeses while Tawny complements nuts, dried fruits, and crème brûlée beautifully.
