Description
Sandeman 20 Years Old Tawny Porto NV – 750 ML
Tasting Notes For Sandeman 20 Years Old Tawny Porto
Sandeman 20 Years Old Tawny Porto presents itself with a captivating amber color, a testament to its extended maturation. On the nose, it offers a sophisticated array of aromas, featuring prominent notes of dried fruits such as apricots, figs, and dates, complemented by hints of toasted almonds and a subtle essence of caramel. The aromatic profile is enriched with nuances of wood and spice, adding depth and complexity.
The palate unfolds a luscious and velvety texture, showcasing the culmination of two decades of aging. Flavors of caramel, toffee, and roasted nuts harmonize seamlessly, creating a refined and well-balanced taste profile. The sweetness is elegantly tempered by a delicate acidity, ensuring a graceful and lingering finish.
Critic Ratings
Wine Enthusiast Review – Rated 95:
Sandeman’s long-standing reputation for aged tawny Port is confirmed by this wine. It is poised between fresh fruit and spice, dried dates and a generous golden glow. The wine is at its peak and ready to drink.
James Suckling Review – Rated 95:
Pretty cherry color with amber edges. Aromas of toffee, brown sugar and burnt caramel with lots of dried fruits. Full. Very sweet. Silky and attractively woody. Real 20-year-old character here. Drink now.
Wine Spectator Review – Rated 93:
Broad, rich and elegant, with creamy, supple flavors of butterscotch, toasted coconut and hazelnut. The luscious finish is loaded with spice and cocoa details. Seductive.
Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate Review – Rated 92:
The NV 20 Years Old Tawny Porto is a typical Douro blend bottled in August 2022 with a Vinolok cork and 129 grams per liter of residual sugar. For a lot of folks, a 20 Year is the sweet spot in the lineup for Tawnies: It’s fresh, so you don’t worry about cracking fruit; it’s reasonably complex, so it’s old enough to be serious; and most of all, it is actually affordable compared to some of the really old ones. This is lovely. Showing a trace of caramel and darker chocolate flavors, this is still dominated by its freshness. Its lively acidity lifts the fruit and allows the flavors to dribble over the palate. It is tightly wound and very focused. It tastes great too, finishing with a touch of sugar and big fruit. That dries out with time and becomes a bit less exuberant and a bit more stern. It acquires a very serious demeanor. It is hard to resist. Best after 2022.
| Winery | Sandeman |
| Country | Portugal |
| Region | Duoro Valley |
| Year | 20 Year Tawny Port |
| Grape Varietal | Port |
| Size | 750 ML |
| ABV | 20% |
| Wine Style | Dessert Wine |
