Tasting notes:

Sandeman is renowned for its aged tawny ports and this wine, coming from the classic tradition, has an average of 10 years oak ageing. The blend displays a lovely balance between youthful freshness and aged bouquet. Mid-tawny with hints of rose-gold in hue, this tawny port has cherries, dried cranberries, dried apricots, cashew nuts and hints of raisin with creamy, gently toasty oak and earthy accents. The mid-weight, though warming, palate is sweet (101g/l r.s.) with the well-defined flavours balanced by fresh acidity, grippy tannins and well-integrated alcohol. The lingering finish has plenty of spice and roasted coffee, suggesting that the wine will work nicely, slightly chilled, with frozen zabaglione pie or pistachio crème brulée. (Patricia Stefanowicz MW)