Burmester
Burmester 20 Year Old Tawny Port
4.3
Expert Rating
4.2
Most Reviewed
Non-vintage
WINE DESCRIPTION
The Burmester 20 Year Old Tawny Port is a distinguished and exquisite port wine that epitomizes the rich tradition of winemaking in Portugal’s Douro Valley. Produced by the esteemed Burmester House, this port showcases meticulous grape selection from premium vineyards, characterized by steep terraced slopes and schist soil, which impart remarkable concentration and complexity to the wine. The winemaking process involves careful fermentation and extended aging in oak barrels, allowing the port to develop its signature tawny hue and intricate layers of flavor. With a bouquet of dried fruits, spices, and nutty undertones, the Burmester 20 Year Old Tawny Port is an elegant testament to patience and craftsmanship, offering a smooth, lingering finish that delights the palate and celebrates the enduring legacy of Portuguese viticulture.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
The Burmester 20 Year Old Tawny Port enchants with its vibrant amber hue and intoxicating aromas of dried apricots, figs, and toasted almonds.On the palate, it gracefully unfolds, revealing layers of caramelized orange peel, rich plum, and delicate hints of spice—cinnamon and clove—beautifully integrated with a backbone of seasoned oak. This port is velvety and sumptuously textured, showcasing perfect balance between its bright acidity and the sweetness that Tawny Port is renowned for. The finish is long and warming, with lingering notes of toffee and a subtle nuttiness, reminiscent of walnut. A profound and harmonious wine, this Tawny Port is a sensational and memorable indulgence.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
Profile
Sweetness:
Sweet
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Very high
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (4)
Touriga Nacional
Touriga Franca
ORIGINS
Winery: Burmester
Region: Douro
The Douro Valley in Portugal is one of the oldest and most iconic wine regions in the world. Located in the north of the country, the region is renowned for its stunning scenery and its production of world-class fortified wines.
The Douro Valley was first demarcated in 1756 and originally applied only to port production. It was extended to include table wine in 1979, with the first glimmer of the region’s potential for non-fortified still red wines appearing when port shippers Casa Ferreirinha launched Barca Velha in 1952. The focus on table wines did not take hold until the 1990’s, following Portugal’s accession to the EU.CUSTOMER RATING
4.2
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