Royal Oporto (Real Companhia Velha)
Quinta das Carvalhas 10 Year Old Tawny Port
Porto, Douro, Portugal
Opened 375ml bottle. Made from Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz and Tinta Barroca by blending wines that are matured for a minimum of 10 years. Nice topaz color with gentle sweet aromas of spice and almonds. On the palate dried red fruit flavors, well balanced with lively acidity, very fresh taste. Lingering finish ending with pleasant oak and honey tones. One of the best 10 year Tawny's I have tasted. The 375ml was a perfect size.
Opened 375ml bottle. Made from Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz and Tinta Barroca by blending wines that are matured for a minimum of 10 years. Nice topaz color with gentle sweet aromas of spice and almonds. On the palate dried red fruit flavors, well balanced with lively acidity, very fresh taste. Lingering finish ending with pleasant oak and honey tones. One of the best 10 year Tawny's I have tasted. The 375ml was a perfect size.
Nov 12th, 2018
Enjoying a new port with my wine buddy. The top note is spicy with a kick. There is a fruity element. Underneath its dry and smooth. We like.
Enjoying a new port with my wine buddy. The top note is spicy with a kick. There is a fruity element. Underneath its dry and smooth. We like.
3 people found it helpfulApr 18th, 2015Made from Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz and Tinta Barroca by skilful blending of wines that are matured for a minimum of 10 years. Beautiful topaz color with gentle sweet aromas of spice and almonds. On the palate dried red fruit flavors, well balanced with acidity, very fresh taste. Lingering finish ending with pleasant oak and honey tones. One of the best 10 year Tawny's I have tasted.
Made from Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz and Tinta Barroca by skilful blending of wines that are matured for a minimum of 10 years. Beautiful topaz color with gentle sweet aromas of spice and almonds. On the palate dried red fruit flavors, well balanced with acidity, very fresh taste. Lingering finish ending with pleasant oak and honey tones. One of the best 10 year Tawny's I have tasted.
Mar 26th, 2017
Pretty good for a 10 year but still has an astringent after effect.
Pretty good for a 10 year but still has an astringent after effect.
Jul 9th, 2022Medium garnet hue. Aromas of brown sugar, caramel, maple syrup, pralines, prunes, raisin, and vanilla. Full body, with medium tannins and medium-minus acidity. Bunches of dried fruit on the palate and a smooth texture. A lovely dessert wine--pairs deliciously with dark chocolate and soft cheese.
Medium garnet hue. Aromas of brown sugar, caramel, maple syrup, pralines, prunes, raisin, and vanilla. Full body, with medium tannins and medium-minus acidity. Bunches of dried fruit on the palate and a smooth texture. A lovely dessert wine--pairs deliciously with dark chocolate and soft cheese.
Sep 18th, 2021
Light, raisin flavor stands out the most. Mild chocolate notes
Light, raisin flavor stands out the most. Mild chocolate notes
Jul 26th, 2020
Smells so good clear taste not too sweet!
Smells so good clear taste not too sweet!
Jul 19th, 2020$20달러에 산 오랜만에 마시는 포트와인! 오스본에 비해 향이 더 부드럽고 끝맛이 좋다~! 가격대비 완전 만족! 다음엔 10/20년 숙성시킨 놈으로다가 마셔봐야겠다
$20달러에 산 오랜만에 마시는 포트와인! 오스본에 비해 향이 더 부드럽고 끝맛이 좋다~! 가격대비 완전 만족! 다음엔 10/20년 숙성시킨 놈으로다가 마셔봐야겠다
Oct 6th, 2017
The "vintage" is the bottling year. Lovely dark fruit, (figs, raisins, plums) along with some molasses sweetness. Sweet Mother makes a pronounced guest appearance. She's always welcome.
Update: she's been hanging out on my counter and has opened up, exposing even more raisiny dark fruit delightfulness. Sweet Mother has been blended nicely into its fold of tasty happiness. To quote a great wine aficionado, smiling on a Monday is better than not smiling. Go Tigers!
The "vintage" is the bottling year. Lovely dark fruit, (figs, raisins, plums) along with some molasses sweetness. Sweet Mother makes a pronounced guest appearance. She's always welcome.
Update: she's been hanging out on my counter and has opened up, exposing even more raisiny dark fruit delightfulness. Sweet Mother has been blended nicely into its fold of tasty happiness. To quote a great wine aficionado, smiling on a Monday is better than not smiling. Go Tigers!