Dow's 10 Year Old Tawny Port 750 mL
(Douro, Portugal)
Regular price $54.99 Sale price $42.97 Save $12.02
About the Winery:
For over two centuries the name of Dow’s has been closely linked with the finest Ports
from the vineyards of the Upper Douro Valley. Since 1912, when Andrew James Symington became a partner in Dow’s, five generations of Symington winemakers have lived and worked at their vineyards of Quinta do Bomfim and Quinta da Senhora da Ribeira from where they have produced many memorable wines, including the only Vintage Port made in the 21st century with a perfect 100-point score.
About the Wine:
In the barrel-ageing process, aged tawny Ports are subjected to a gradual transformation
through contact with air and wood. This results in considerable evaporation and
concentration, with approximately 25% of the original volume of a 10 year old tawny
disappearing before it is eventually bottled. Constant attention is needed as maturing
barrels and vats of varied sizes will show marked differences as they age. The master
blender, cellar master and coopers all play their parts in nurturing the maturing wines
until finally a beautifully balanced aged tawny Port emerges.
combined with an intense complexity from prolonged ageing in well-seasoned oak.
of amber and bright aromas of red cherry and almonds with toffee and vanilla notes
balance the nose. On the palate this wine is mouth-filling, with peppery spice and a touch of marmalade. The finish is full, with Dow’s trademark dry edge.