"Complex, evolved, full of tertiary aromas resulting from ageing in wood, strong. Aroma of nuts, walnuts and almonds, spices, torrefaction and nuances of vanilla. On the palate it is velvety, continuing to be fresh and with the flavour agreeing with the aromas that inundate our nose. The aftertaste is balsamic, very long and persistent with suggestions of honey, roasted aromas, puddings and nuts." —winemaker
"From one of the most esteemed Anglo-Portuguese producers, this tawny is rich in chocolate and nut aromas, and silky, full bodied and concentrated on the palate; incredibly vibrant in spite of its age." -winemaker
"Cockburn's 20 Year Old Tawny is blended from older, mature, cask aged wines and then refreshed by the addition of younger wines. The average age of this blend is no less than 20 years. The wine is star-bright, in color somewhere between rose hip pink and dark honey. A seductive, delicate nose evokes subtle hints of raisins, cedar wood, walnuts and cinnamon. Silky and light yet still with a distinct grip the wine is very much alive. The finish is nutty and sinewy and lasting. The character of this wine is similar to that of a fully mature vintage port of a very great year." —winemaker
"Aromas of coffee, chocolate, nuts, dried herbs, black tea, torrefaction, vanilla, almond. On the palate, it is complex, consistent, silky and balsamic with an acidity that balances and refreshes it; earthy flavours, of woods, spices and nuts. Persistent and elegant aftertaste of roasted coffee, toasted almond, nuts." —winemaker
$119.99$98.99
Croft Vintage Port 2017
Portugal
Size: 750ml, Douro, Porto, Red Wine, Port Vintage Wine, Port Wine, Dessert / Fortified
37131
"Dense inky core fading to a magenta rim. A seductive Croft nose, ripe and voluptuous but with the depth and density characteristic of the 2017 vintage. As usual, plump, juicy blackcurrant, black cherry and raspberry form the backdrop. However, the nose is soon drawn into a vortex of heady, complex aroma in which resiny scents of eucalyptus and gumcistus blend with pungent notes of sage and mint, fresh hints of grapefruit and a mellow spiciness. On the palate, firm, sinewy tannins are wrapped in a thick envelope of dense, velvety texture. As is often the case, this is one of the most exotic and beguiling wines of the vintage. However, it is also a weighty wine, dense and deeply coloured, with the concentration and stamina to ensure a long life in bottle. One of the finest Croft Vintages of recent years." —winemaker