So many age-indicated Tawnies have big age numbers these days! The times, they are a-changin'! Here's a mere 30. Hey! 30s are a good sweet spot, not exactly chopped liver. A traditional blend of key Douro grapes and on the sweeter side, this is caramel colored and scented, but the distinction is the acidity and elegance. Bright and perky on the long, flavorful finish, this lingers and is good to the last drop.
$75, 2017 bottling, long cork.
This bar-top bottling (2018) is in fine form, rich but balanced, sweet but complex. Toffee, melted caramel and almonds. It seems surprisingly fresh with the endless finish old Tawnies revel in. It's a 40 that has done well to maintain itself in a lively fashion.
I love my Tawnies! Current pricing around $150-ish for 500ml
This 30-year Tawny is bright, fresh and spicy with the familiar caramel overlay and some grip. The persistent finish is long, and the balance just doesn't get better. It's utterly delicious and dribbles fresh flavors over the palate. From Mário Braga Herdeiros, Quinta do Mourão (though son Miguel now runs the winery). A bit pricey, worth it ($150), Bar-top cork (bottled 2017).
Note that you'll more easily find the brand name "São Leonardo."
Mark Squires
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