At the pinnacle of the range, Taylor's Port presents a wine that reflects decades of careful ageing and blending in the Douro Valley. The 40 Year Old Tawny is composed from a selection of wines matured for extended periods in seasoned oak casks, crafted from traditional varieties such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, and Tinta Roriz. This level of ageing represents the most advanced expression of the house style, where time in wood defines both structure and character.
Over many years in cask, slow oxidation and evaporation concentrate the wine while transforming it into a highly complex and integrated profile. The texture becomes increasingly refined, with depth built through the gradual evolution of the blend rather than primary fruit intensity. Positioned at the very top tier of Tawny Port, it is a prestige expression designed to showcase exceptional maturity, precision, and balance.
Tasting Notes
Nose:
Hazelnut, dried fig, and orange peel
Palate:
Exceptionally smooth with layered dried fruit and nut complexity
Finish:
Very long and elegant with a refined, warming character
Presented in a Taylors 40 Year Old Branded Box.
