Representing the pinnacle of Sandeman’s world-renowned Aged Tawny range, the 50-Year-Old Tawny Port is a masterclass in patient wood-aging and artful blending. Crafted by Head Winemaker Luís Sottomayor from a selection of rare, ancient casks—some aged up to 70 years in the historic Vila Nova de Gaia cellars—this release marks a new milestone in luxury Port.
In the glass, it displays a radiant deep golden-amber hue with olive-greenish highlights along the rim. The nose is extraordinarily complex, bursting with aromas of roasted walnuts, toffee, dried figs, and orange peel, intertwined with noble balsamic notes of cedarwood, cigar box, and exotic spices like ginger and nutmeg. On the palate, it balances rich, velvety concentration with an arresting streak of fresh, vibrant acidity. Layers of candied fruit, caramel, and toasted nuts linger through a monumentally long, harmonious finish.
Presented in an exclusive solid Wooden Gift Box, this non-vintage release is an extraordinary gift for collectors and connoisseurs of fine fortified wines.
| Attribute |
Details |
| Winery |
Sandeman |
| Wine Name |
50-Year-Old Tawny Port |
| Type / Category |
Fortified Wine / Aged Tawny Port |
| Country / Region |
Portugal / Douro Valley |
| Appellation |
DOC Porto |
| Grape Variety |
Blend of traditional old-vine Douro varieties (Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca, Tinta Barroca, Tinto Cão) |
| Winemaker |
Luís Sottomayor |
| Maturation |
Aged for an average of 50 years in traditional ~640-liter oak casks in Vila Nova de Gaia |
| Alcohol Content |
20.0% ABV |
| Residual Sugar |
~125 g/L |
| Bottle Size |
750 ml (includes branded Wooden Gift Box) |
