Taylor's : 20 Year Old Tawny

Characteristics and tasting advice for Taylor's 20 Year Old Tawny

Tasting

Colour
Beautiful amber colour.

Nose
Broad, the bouquet reveals notes of spices, jam, hazelnut, orange blossom but also subtle woody touches conferred by prolonged ageing.

Palate
The palate combines concentration, richness and persistence.

Service

For optimal tasting, serve between 12 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairings

This great port pairs ideally with desserts based on almond, caramel or even a plate of wild strawberries or a crème brûlée.

A complex and fresh Vintage Porto

The property

Founded in 1692 by Job Bearsley, Taylor’s is one of the oldest and most respected Porto houses, a symbol of ancestral know-how passed down from generation to generation. Since its creation more than three centuries ago, Taylor’s has never left the family fold and has managed to preserve its independence. With vineyards located in the Douro Valley, this emblem of Portuguese viticulture controls the entire process of making its Porto wines, from the vineyard to the cellar. Particularly famous for its exceptional cuvées, the estate has built a solid reputation thanks to its Vintage Porto.

The vineyard

Produced in limited quantity, the Taylor’s 20 Year Old Tawny is a vintage port made from great terroirs of the Duriense wine-growing area.

Vinification and ageing

This Vintage Porto benefits from ageing in oak barrels for an average of 20 years.

Blend

Porto Blend.