W. & J. Graham's Port Tawny Port, 40 years old / 20% / 0.75l

The history of the brand connects two families - Graham and Symington, both with Scottish roots. It was founded in 1820 by brothers William and John Graham, and from the beginning it was focused on producing high quality port wines. Very quickly they became one of the best producers of it, and the moment that showed dedication and constant striving for the highest quality was the construction of the famous Graham's Lodge in Gaia and the acquisition of Quinta dos Malvedros in 1890. This estate is one of the best vineyards in the Douro, and the wines from it have always been the basis for the creation of outstanding Vintage, Single Harvest ports, as well as many great single vintage wines. The Symington family joined their history with the Graham family when in 1882 James Symington sailed to Portugal to work for the Grahams. Later he started his own wine production, but the reunion took place in 1970, when the Symington family acquired the Graham company, developing their legacy under a well-known brand to this day.

With over 50 years of care from the Symington family, Graham's is present in over 80 countries and appears on the wine lists of the world's best restaurants. In recent years, many extraordinary editions of port have been released, such as Ne Oublie, dating back to 1882, and a Tawny port from a single harvest in 1952. The producer currently cultivates grapes on four estates: Quinta dos Malvedos, Quinta do Tua, Quinta da Vila Velha and Quinta do Vale de Malhadas.

W & J. Graham's Port Tawny Port, 40 years old / 20% / 0.75l

Excellent old port, a combination of the craftsmanship of winemakers, cellar masters, and the art of cooperage. It matured in selected, seasoned barrels in the producer's cellars, and some of the wines used in this blend were looked after by up to 3 generations. It is intense and complex on the nose, which may belie its age, as you can still feel the intense aromas of ripe fruit, candied peel, with a touch of toffee. On the palate it is very smooth and full, perfectly composed, gracefully combining the flavors of dried fruit with accents of raisins and dark chocolate. The finish is very long and equally intense, with a hint of sweet spices.

It tastes best served at a temperature of 16-18 degrees. It is worth enjoying it alone, although it also works well in culinary combinations with good quality cold cuts, desserts with a chocolate and almond topping, or expressive cheeses.