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