Once the must reaches the desired degree of sweetness (usually within 48 hours), fortification takes place with the addition of grape spirit at 77% alcohol by volume. This is a beautifully deep, rich tawny style, with almond and hazelnut aromas combined with notes of honey and figs. By using similar techniques to both sherry and madeira, the process of oxidative ageing and by exposing the wine to heat gives it the distinct nutty, caramel, toffee and dried fruit profile that tawny port is known for.

These developments have established Graham’s as one of the true pioneers of the Port Trade, a position which was reaffirmed when they received the ‘The World’s Most Admired Port Brand’ award from Drinks International in 2016 and 2017. Improving the quality of the wines and the sustainable, minimal interventionist management of the vineyards. Information and statements about products are not intended to be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition. Please always read the labels, warnings, and directions provided with the product before using or consuming a product. This pairs perfectly with creamy or fruity desserts that compliment, such as apple pie or almond cake.With five mountain vineyards located in different parts of the Upper Douro Valley, the world’s first demarcated wine region, W J Graham’s draws the very best wines from each important sub-region. I like Tawny port to have a bit of heat in it this is smooth and fruity but without the heat its just a little bit boring. The General Wine Company sources wines from all over the world, but with a particular focus on small, independent producers.

We recommend that you do not rely solely on the information presented here and that you always read labels, warnings, and directions before using or consuming a product. Content on this site is not intended to substitute for advice given by medical practitioner, pharmacist, or other licensed health-care professional. The flavour fills the whole palate with huge volume and power developing into an exceptionally long, fresh and honey-sweet finish. While we have taken care in preparing this summary and believe it is accurate, it is not a substitute for your reading the product packaging and label prior to use. The General Wine Company is a family-owned and operated wine merchant in Liphook, Hampshire, England.Graham’s 10 Year Old Tawny epitomises the passion for excellence and precision that is at the heart of every one of our handmade Tawny Ports. After a decade of care and slow oak-maturation this wine is a wonderful example of the complex flavours of Tawny Port.

Background: Graham's 10 Years Old is made from wines of the very highest quality which, following careful selection, are matured in seasoned oak casks of 534 litres until their peak of maturity is reached. After a decade of care and slow seasoned oak maturation this wine is a wonderful example of the complex nutty and mature fruit flavours of Tawny Port. Aged in seasoned oak pipes (534 litre casks) for an average of ten years and blended to a consistent marque each time it’s bottled.

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Tawny Port This wood-matured tawny port, produced using Time-honoured craftsmanship and generations of experience, was mellowed in seasoned oak casks at our stone-walled lodge, built on the estuary of the Douro river in 1890. After a decade of continuous care, Graham's "10 Years Old" is a wonderful expression of the Tawny style. All of Graham’s Tawny Ports have their own individual characteristics, the complex flavours and aromas that pervade each of these unique wines have been developed through selecting only our top quality wines from Graham’s four spectacular Quinta’s in the Douro Valley to age in seasoned oak casks in our 1890 Lodge in Vila Nova de Gaia. Time-honoured skills, craftsmanship and dedication are handed down from generation to generation at Graham's in the form of three unique arts - the art of blending, the art of coopering and the art of ageing - 10 produce an extraordinary selection of Tawny Ports. Lovely freshness in the mouth, there is a mineral elegance here which takes the wine above and beyond its station.Expertly crafted for 10 long years, Graham's Tawny Port boasts a smooth and mellow flavour, with notes of dried fruits and nuts. It may not be reproduced in any way whatsoever without Ocado Limited's prior consent, nor without due acknowledgement. The grapes that are used to make Port must be grown in the mountainous Upper Douro region of Northern Portugal, the world's first officially demarcated wine region in 1756.