Parker about 10 Years Old Tawny Port
The 2022 bottling of the NV 10 Year Old Tawny Port still has signs of youth and some ruby/red color in it, with notes of cherries in liqueur intermixed with nuts and spice, with lots of depth and complexity. I think the 10 year old is a category that is somewhere in between, still a little young but with some development and good complexity. That can be explained due to the fact that it's a blend of older and younger wines, and this is 10 years on average (or style) and, in my book, very good value for the category. It has 19.5% alcohol and 110 grams of sugar. 25,000 bottles produced.
Description
Land | Portugal |
Region | Douro |
Rebsorten | Touriga Franca, Tinto Cão, Tinta Francisca, Tinta Amarela, Sousão, Tinta Roriz |
Alkoholgehalt | 20.00% |
Füllstand | high fill |
Verschlußart | cork stopper |
Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
Farbe | Red |
Inverkehrbringer | Niepoort Vinhos SA, Rua Cândido dos Reis 670, 4400-071 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal |
Charakter | Dry |
Servierempfehlung | Do not decant 16-18°C |
Trinkempfehlung | 2023 - 2053 |
Parker Punkte | 93 |
Jahrgang | NV |
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10 Years Old Tawny Port

Niepoort's 10 Years Old Tawny Port is a classic aged port wine that reflects the craftsmanship and heritage of this esteemed Portuguese winery. Tawny Ports are known for their long aging in small oak barrels, which gives them their characteristic color and complex flavor. The "10 Years Old" Tawny is a blend of different wines that have been aged in barrels for an average of ten years.
This port wine has a warm, golden brown color with reddish hues. The bouquet is exceptionally aromatic, with notes of dried fruits such as figs and raisins, caramel, and roasted nuts, as well as hints of vanilla and spices from the long aging in wooden barrels. Subtle aromas of orange peel and a hint of mocha are often added, lending the wine an additional dimension.
On the palate, Niepoort's 10 Years Old Tawny is soft and velvety, with a balanced sweetness balanced by pleasant acidity. Aromas of dried fruit and caramel continue, complemented by nutty notes and a subtle spice that characterize the long and harmonious finish.
This Tawny Port is versatile and can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. It's perfect as an aperitif, especially slightly chilled, or as an accompaniment to desserts like nut tarts, crème brûlée, or simply a good piece of cheese. Its harmonious blend of sweetness, complexity, and elegance makes it an ideal wine for special occasions or casual enjoyment.
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Information about the winemaker:
The history of the traditional company begins almost 200 years ago, when Franciscus Marius van der Niepoort, a young, ambitious Dutchman from near Amsterdam, laid the foundation for the wine company. After emigrating to Portugal and gaining some experience in the wine trade, he founded today's winery in 1842. According to the region, he focused on port wines.
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