winemaker's notes:
Fonseca Ten Year Old Tawny Port is russet in color with brilliant crimson highlights and a fragrant, ripe-fruit bouquet. Its smooth, silky texture and subtle oak nuances are balanced by a fresh acidity and tannic "grip" that culminate in a long, elegant, plummy finish.
Tawny Ports of age will not improve once bottled; they should be served at room temperature or barely cool at the end of a meal with nuts or not overly-sweet desserts.
critical acclaim:
"Fruit interprets the alcohol in this wine with the orange-citrus scent of rum cake. Then Douro schist cuts the sweetness and strengthens the fruit presence to fuller pear, hazelnut and wildflower honey notes. It ends on a long, peppery buzz, delicious and satisfying."
91 Points
Wine & Spirits
"Refined, with bright flavors of dried berry, plum compote and cherry tart that are long and lush. Very creamy on the finish, which features chocolate mousse."
90 Points
Wine Spectator
"In the full Fonseca style, this aged tawny shows both rich fruit and a more serious wood-aged character. Good acidity follows the sweet initial taste, broadening into ripe flavors of nut, plum jelly, and a final crisp acidity."
90 Points
Wine Enthusiast
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A Customer - Sunland, CA
This is a wonderfull wine and your prices are fair.
A Customer - Florida
We are brand new to ports, and this one is a lovely introduction: smooth, delicious, and economical!
A Customer - seattle
1st port purchase and very pleased with the results! very smooth dessert type wine. enjoyable!
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