Sandeman Imperial Tawny Port is a classic, rich dessert wine from Portugal. It boasts an alluring amber hue and refined, complex aromas of dried fruits, cinnamon, and toffee. On the palate, this Tawny Port unravels layers of well-integrated fruity flavours, a touch of nuttiness, with a velvety, full-bodied texture and lingering finish. The wine has been aged in oak barrels, giving it an extraordinary depth of flavour and smoothness. Excellent served chilled, it pairs wonderfully with an array of desserts, mature cheeses, or enjoyed alone as a luxurious after-dinner treat. Quality, sophistication and pleasure make it a superb choice.

Tasting Notes

A premium Tawny blend with an amber colour. Full of elegant flavours, Sandeman Imperial Tawny perfectly balances youthful fruits with more mature notes of dried fruits, nuts and fresh vanilla aromas. Rich in the mouth, its complex layers are long lasting on the finish.

About the Winery

Situated in the dazzling heart of Portugal's Douro Valley and founded in 1790, Sandeman winery has become a stalwart of the wine industry, famed for its blended wines and expertise in the craft of winemaking. Known as the pioneer of the very first branded casks of wine (with its unique Sandeman logo of a caped man), Sandeman's prowess extends even to its branding.

Bathing in the rich, luscious Portuguese sunshine, the vineyards of Sandeman produce an exquisite array of grapes, each handpicked and sorted to ensure only the finest goes into each bottle. Encapsulating the very essence of the region’s enchanting character, Sandeman's wines are typically robust, full-bodied and brimming with delightful flavours.

The winery itself exhibits an old-world charm. The whitewashed walls and traditional equipment contribute to the romantic allure of winemaking, emitting a sense of timeless tradition. One striking oddity of Sandeman is the absence of modern winemaking technology, yet this by no means hampers the winery's ability to produce consistently exceptional wines because the skill and wisdom of centuries-old tradition more than compensating for it.

Visitors get a true sense of the history behind Sandeman, through guided tours that provide a fascinating insight into the art of winemaking. However, it is the wine tasting experience that enchants visitors the most. Expert-led tasting sessions guide you through the different wines, allowing visitors to appreciate the diversity and complexity of the aromas and flavours on offer.

Sandeman's commitment to producing wines of exceptional quality is lauded throughout the wine industry. With recognitions from several awarding bodies, it is clear that the combination of traditional techniques, artisan craftsmanship, superior quality grapes and a steadfast dedication to the craft makes Sandeman a winery truly worth visiting?

Whether you are a wine enthusiast or a casual drinker, a visit to Sandeman's winery provides an captivating blend of beautiful vineyards, tradition, and exquisite wine. You will surely come back for another visit, or at the very least, another bottle of wine.

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