10 yrs Old Towny Port His Eminance’s Choice - Delaforce
Varietal: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca
Appellation: Douro Valley Elevation: 150 mtr
Soil: Rocky, with a layer of light clay-schist
Alcohol %: 20 Acidity: 3.81 gr/Ltr
Residual Sugar: gr/Ltr ph: 3.5
Ports with indication of age are blends of several years that have developed a refined taste, as the result of maturing in selected oak casks which provide the ageing and character typical of Old Tawnies. The wisdom and expertise of the cellar master ensures the best selection of Ports integrate the Delaforce 10 Year Old Tawny blend. Older Ports will bring complexity and maturity while younger ones offer vigor and freshness. The result is an Aged Tawny with the average age of 10 years.
Tasting Notes: This 10-year-old tawny Port has a nutty character with aromas of plums, dates and hints of walnut and toffee. Full and creamy with a sleek texture and notes of caramel and dried fruit. Medium-sweet with a fruit forward finish and balancing acidity.
Food Pairing: Mild cheeses, egg custard, walnut ice cream, apple pie, tarte tatin, orange tart.
Accolades
91 pts James Suckling