Sandeman
Old Tawny Port 40 Years
Fortified from Douro, Portugal
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
Sandeman
The House of Sandeman was founded in London in 1790 by George Sandeman a determined young Scotsman. From a modest start two hundred years ago as a wine merchant in the City of London to today's impressive lodges in Oporto and bodegas in Jerez and the world's best known brand of Port and Sherry there has been a continuous commitment to quality. The growth of Sandeman Port and Sherries over two centuries has been based on a balance of tradition and innovation respecting heritage but always seeking improvement. In 1980 Sandeman became part of Seagram; today as the seventh generation of the family and Chairman of the old firm George Sandeman continues the Sandeman commitment to the quality of Sandeman Ports and Sherries and to the future.
Description
An intense, deeply flavoured Porto Tawny 40 Years Old, with a massive bouquet suggesting vanilla, oak and honey, and a mouthful of very complex flavours of dried fruits, spices, and nuts. As the wine unfolds smoothly and develops in the mouth, one discovers a superb balance of wood ageing and vibrancy, characteristic of Sandeman Tawny Portos.
Food Pairing
A wine of great complexity, it is excellent served on its own or with a coffee, a small piece of chocolate of fine cocoa or even a cigar. It also goes very well with nutty desserts as well as more elaborate sweets and with intense cheeses.