Flavour Profile

W. & J. Graham's

W. & J. Graham's The Tawny Port

Name: W. & J. Graham's The Tawny Port
Brand: W. & J. Graham's
Price: 38 USD
Rating: 3.75 (0 reviews)

Portugal, Douro

Red fortified wine

3.8

Expert Rating

4.0

Most Reviewed

Non-vintage

Price not available

WINE DESCRIPTION

W. & J. Graham's The Tawny Port is a delightful fortified wine that showcases the expertise of its producer. Crafted in the renowned appellation, this port wine is made from carefully selected grapes grown in exceptional vineyards. The unique terroir imparts distinct characteristics to the wine, resulting in a rich and complex flavor profile. The winemaking process involves aging the wine in oak barrels, allowing it to develop a smooth and velvety texture. The Tawny Port is known for its elegant style, with notes of dried fruits, nuts, and a hint of caramel. It is a perfect choice for those seeking a refined and sophisticated drinking experience.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

W. & J.Graham's The Tawny Port is a remarkable fortified wine that showcases the expertise and craftsmanship of the renowned Graham's Port house. This Tawny Port is a blend of carefully selected wines aged in oak casks, resulting in a rich and complex flavor profile. On the nose, The Tawny Port offers enticing aromas of dried fruits, such as figs and raisins, along with hints of caramel and toasted nuts. These aromas continue to unfold on the palate, where the wine reveals its luscious sweetness balanced by a subtle acidity. The flavors of dried fruits are complemented by notes of butterscotch, toffee, and a touch of spice, adding depth and complexity to the overall taste experience. The Tawny Port has a beautiful amber color, which is a result of the extended aging process. The wine spends years maturing in oak casks, allowing it to develop its characteristic tawny hue and smooth texture. This extended aging also contributes to the wine's velvety mouthfeel and its long, lingering finish.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

Profile

Sweetness:

Luscious

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Very high

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Intense

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Full

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Refreshing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (4)

Touriga Nacional

Touriga Franca

ORIGINS

Winery: W. & J. Graham's

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

4.0

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