{"product_id":"taylors-10-year-old-tawny","title":"Taylor Fladgate 10 Year Old Tawny Port","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eTaylor Fladgate, formally Taylor, Fladgate \u0026amp; Yeatman, is a storied Port house founded in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1692\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Over centuries, Taylor has built a large reserve of wood-aged wines and elevated the age-statement Tawny category (10, 20, 30, 40, 50 years) as benchmarks of oxidative aging and complexity.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The 10 Year Old Tawny is one of its flagship releases in the “Rich \u0026amp; Mellow” line, blending multiple vintages matured in oak to deliver approachability with depth.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Wine Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis wine is crafted by Taylor Fladgate’s team in Gaia, who curate barrel lots aged in seasoned oak and blend them to reach an average of 10 years of oxidative aging.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Their objective is consistency, balance, and expression of aged Port character while retaining freshness—the hallmark of a well-crafted Tawny blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eGrapes for the base components come from vineyards across the Douro Valley, particularly from the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCima Corgo\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDouro Superior\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e zones. The climate is continental: hot, dry summers and cold winters, with sharp diurnal swings that help maintain acidity in the fruit. The schist soils force vines to root deeply, concentrating flavors—a key factor in aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eFermentation in traditional Port fashion is interrupted by fortification (addition of spirit) to preserve residual sugars. The wine is then aged oxidatively in oak casks over many years. The 10 Year Old Tawny is a blend of these aged lots, matured in seasoned oak (approx. 630 L casks) for a decade.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Over time, the oxidative environment imparts nutty, dried fruit, and caramel notes while softening fruit edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eOn the nose: aromas of dried apricot, fig, walnut, caramel, toasted almond, nutmeg and hints of spices.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e On the palate: richly textured and silky, with flavors of dried fruits, toffee, gently roasted nuts, honey, and subtle wood spice. The finish is long, elegant, with a balance between sweetness and acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePairs beautifully with nut-based desserts, almond cake, dried fruits, caramel or toffee desserts, crème brûlée, or as a digestif. It also matches well with aged cheeses, particularly blue or nutty cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eServe slightly chilled—ideally between \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e12 °C and 16 °C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Use a port or small red wine glass to concentrate aromatics. Decanting is not necessary, as this style typically contains no sediment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eBecause it is already aged for ten years in wood, further bottle aging has modest effect. If stored upright in cool, dark conditions, it will remain stable and elegant for many years. After opening, consume within a few weeks to retain freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; percentage used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA blend of Douro’s traditional red varieties (e.g. Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Barroca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Cão). The exact proportion is proprietary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e20 % ABV\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScores\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWine Spectator: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e90\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e“93” by Robert Parker \/ Wine Advocate (cited in retailer listings)\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJames Suckling: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e93\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWine Enthusiast: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e90\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jebsen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922273255638,"sku":null,"price":288.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/TaylorFladgate10YearOldTawnyPort.png?v=1773668067","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/taylors-10-year-old-tawny","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}