Calem Porto 20 Year Old Tawny Port Wine 75cl
ABV: 20% | Origin: Douro Valley, Portugal

A 20-year-old Tawny Port wine, presented in a 75cl bottle. It features a rich and complex profile, with notes of dried fruit, nuts, and caramel. This wine is known for its smooth and elegant character, reflecting its extended aging

Tasting Profile

Nose: Extraordinarily complex with rich notes of dried fruits, roasted nuts, aged oak, candied orange peel, and subtle hints of tobacco and leather
Palate: Incredibly smooth and opulent, revealing layers of dried figs, caramelized nuts, dark honey, exotic spices, and a profound oak-influenced depth
Finish: Exceptionally long and elegant, with a harmonious blend of sweet and nutty flavors, leaving a warm, sophisticated afterglow

Production Details

Grape Varieties: Traditional Portuguese varieties including Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, and other indigenous grapes
Aging Process: Meticulously aged for 20 years in seasoned oak barrels, developing an extraordinary complexity and nuanced flavor profile
Special Processes: Carefully monitored oxidative aging to create the distinctive amber-tawny color and concentrated flavor characteristics

Perfect For

Ideal for serious port wine collectors and connoisseurs
Perfect as a contemplative after-dinner drink
Exceptional for pairing with premium aged cheeses, dark chocolate, and complex desserts

Expert Notes

Represents the pinnacle of Calem's port wine craftsmanship
Demonstrates the transformative power of extended barrel aging in creating a truly exceptional fortified wine

Customer Reviews

"An absolute masterpiece of port wine—each sip is a journey of flavor." – Robert M. ★★★★★
"The most complex and refined port I've ever tasted. Worth every penny." – Elizabeth K. ★★★★★
"A true testament to the art of Portuguese wine-making." – Michael T. ★★★★½

Interesting Facts

Produced in the UNESCO World Heritage Douro Valley
Represents over two decades of careful aging and expertise
Calem has been producing exceptional port wines since 1859
The 20-year aging process creates a port of unparalleled depth and character

Serving Suggestions

Serve slightly chilled, around 12-14°C (54-57°F)
Use a traditional port wine glass to concentrate aromas
Decant for 30 minutes before serving to fully open up the complex flavors
Pair with blue cheese, walnut tart, or high-quality dark chocolate truffles
Can be stored for several weeks after opening if properly recorked

Producer

Crafted by Calem, a prestigious port wine house in Porto, Portugal
Committed to preserving traditional port wine-making techniques
Renowned for producing some of the most sophisticated aged tawny ports in the world

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