20 yrs Old Towny Port Curious Ancient - Delaforce
Varietal: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca & Tinta Roriz.
Appellation: Douro Valley Elevation: 150 mtr
Soil: Rocky, with a layer of light clay-schist
Alcohol %: 20 Acidity: 3.91 gr/Ltr
Residual Sugar: gr/Ltr ph: 3.4
Aging and Blending: When fine Ports are aged in seasoned oak casks for many years, they gradually lose their original deep purple color and take on the delicate amber hue known as Tawny. Simultaneously, the simple fruitiness of young Port gradually recedes giving way to a vast range of subtle and mellow flavors such as liquorice, walnuts, honey, figs, vanilla, spices and fine oak.
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 20 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 20 years.
Tasting Notes: This 20-year-old tawny Port has aromas of crushed walnuts, raisins, and prunes with earthy undertones. Full-bodied with dense structure and a toned, medium- sweet character. Chocolaty and creamy finish with balancing acidity.
Food Pairing: Mild cheeses, almond tart, caramel tart, panettone.
Accolades
95 pts Decanter