{"product_id":"taylors-special-tawny","title":"Taylor Fladgate Special Tawny Port NV","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 \u0026amp; Yeatman (commonly Taylor’s) is one of the most historic and respected Port houses in Portugal, founded in 1692, operating in Vila Nova de Gaia with cellars aging their wines in oak casks.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e They are known for producing a broad range of Ports—Vintage, Tawny, Ruby, White, LBV—and maintaining a house style that emphasizes elegance, balance, and longevity.\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\"\u003eThe wine is produced by Taylor Fladgate’s blending and ageing team. For “Special Tawny,” the team selects younger tawny lots and matures them in oak to produce a style that is approachable but still carries the hallmark oxidation, nutty aromas, and complexity of aged Port.\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\"\u003eThe grapes used derive from various vineyards across the Douro Valley, from multiple subregions. The Douro’s climate is continental with hot summers, cold winters, and sharp diurnal shifts. The schist soils and steep terraces encourage concentration in the grapes, while the climate ensures adequate ripening balanced with acidity.\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\"\u003eThe wine undergoes the traditional Port method—fermentation is arrested by addition of grape spirit (fortification). The resulting wine is then aged oxidatively in oak casks (warehouses in Gaia) for several years before bottling. As a “Special Tawny” (without a specific age statement), it is a blend of multiple vintages selected to fit the house profile of this tawny style.\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\"\u003ePale amber to light tawny in color. Aromas of dried apricot, almond, caramel, orange peel, and toasted nuts. On the palate it is medium-sweet, with nutty character, gentle oxidized notes, dried fruit, subtle spice, and a smooth texture. The finish is clean, with lingering nut and dried citrus peel notes. Retailers describe it as “fresh, clean and straightforward” with “silky texture.”\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\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 well with desserts like crème brûlée, caramel flan, nut tarts, or almond cake. Also excellent with aged cheeses, nuts, dried fruits (figs, apricots), or as an after-dinner sipper.\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, around \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e12-14 °C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (54-57 °F). Use a port glass or small white wine glass to focus aromas. No decanting required since sediment is unlikely in this style.\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 and blended, further bottle aging has limited effect. Once opened, store corked in a cool place and 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 red Douro varieties (typical grapes: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca etc.), though the precise proportions for this label are proprietary and not publicly specified.\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\"\u003eApproximately \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e19-20 % ABV\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (typical fortification level for Port)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jebsen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922272927958,"sku":null,"price":128.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/TaylorFladgateSpecialTawnyPort_4dc62844-1b7b-4ab0-86ae-67730e644ba6.png?v=1773668055","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/taylors-special-tawny","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}