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Tawny Port

Tawny port is aged in small oak casks rather than large tanks or bottles, which allows slow oxidation to gradually transform the wine over years and decades. The colour fades from deep red to warm amber, and the fresh fruit character of young port gives way to complex notes of dried fruit, walnuts, caramel, toffee and spice. The result is one of the most elegant and versatile styles of port, equally at home served chilled as an aperitif or after dinner alongside cheese and nuts.

There are two main categories of tawny. Basic tawny port is a blend of several recent vintages with no age statement, offering an accessible and affordable introduction to the style. Aged tawny port carries an age statement of 10, 20, 30 or 40 years, reflecting the average age of the blend and representing a significant step up in complexity and prestige with each increment. Our range includes aged tawny from Taylors, Graham's, Kopke, Sandeman and Ferreira, all available gift boxed with a free personal message.

Tawny port is best served lightly chilled at 12 to 14 degrees Celsius. For more on serving temperatures and how long tawny lasts once opened see our guide to serving port wine and our guide to storing port wine. For gift ideas across all budgets see our port wine gifts collection.

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Graham's 10 Year Old Tawny Port In Branded Gift Tube
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Graham's 10 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl

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Graham's 10 Year Old Tawny Port In Branded Gift Tube A celebration of over a century of craftsmanship. Carefully matured for ten years in seasoned ...

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Graham's 20 Year Old Tawny Port In Branded Gift Tube
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Graham's 20 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl

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Grahams 20 Year Old Tawny Port This port represents two decades of meticulous craftsmanship, blending the elegance of older wines with the vibrancy...

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Kopke 10 Year Old Tawny Port Gift Boxed
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Kopke 10 Year Old Tawny Port In Gift Box 75cl

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Kopke 10 Year Old Tawny Port Gift Boxed A rich, honeyed expression from one of Porto’s oldest and most respected port houses. Aged for a decade in ...

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Penfolds Grandfather 20 Year Old Rare Tawny In Luxury Gift Box
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Penfolds Grandfather 20 Year Old Rare Tawny In Luxury Gift Box 75cl

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Penfolds Grandfather 20 Year Old Rare Tawny A premium Australian fortified wine with origins dating back to 1915, when a special family cask was re...

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Award Winning Kopke 40 Year Old Tawny Port In Wooden Gift Box
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Kopke 40 Year Old Tawny Port In Wooden Gift Box 75cl

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Kopke 40 Year Old Tawny Port In Wooden Gift Box Made by blending wines of different harvests achieving an array of sensory qualities that are typic...

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Taylors Historical Reserve Limited Edition Tawny Port
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Taylors Historical Reserve Limited Edition Tawny Port 75cl

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Taylors Historical Reserve Limited Edition Tawny Port This 75cl bottle of Taylors Historical Reserve Limited Edition Tawny Port comes in a branded ...

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Ferreira Dona Antonia 10 Year Old Tawny Port
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Ferreira Dona Antonia 10 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl

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Ferreira Dona Antonia 10 Year Old Tawny Port A classic expression of aged tawny from one of Portugal’s most historic Port houses. Blending traditi...

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Sandeman Imperial Reserve Tawny Port
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Sandeman Imperial Reserve Tawny Port 75cl

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Sandeman Imperial Reserve Tawny Port Matured in seasoned oak casks and expertly blended from selected reserves, Sandeman Imperial Reserve Tawny Por...

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Sandeman 10 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl

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Sandeman 10 Year Old Tawny Port A classic expression of aged tawny from one of the most recognisable names in Port production. Carefully matured in...

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Fonseca Tawny Port In Wooden Gift Box
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Fonseca Tawny Port In Wooden Gift Box 50cl

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Fonseca Tawny Port In Wooden Gift Box This port exemplifies the elegance of well‑aged fortified wine. Through careful maturation in oak casks, the ...

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Taylors Historical Collection The Mallet Reserve Tawny Port
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Taylors Historical Collection The Mallet Reserve Tawny Port 75cl

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Taylors Historical Collection The Mallet Reserve Tawny Port Part of Taylor’s distinguished Historical Collection, carefully crafted blend of aged c...

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Sandeman 20 Year Old Tawny Port
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Sandeman 20 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl

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Sandeman 20 Year Old Tawny Port A finely aged Portuguese Port crafted through long maturation in wooden casks, allowing the wine to evolve from dee...

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Penfolds Father Grand Tawny Port 10 Year Old
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Penfolds Father Grand Tawny Port 10 Year Old 75cl

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Penfolds Father Grand Tawny Port 10 Year Old A refined Australian tawny crafted from carefully selected wines matured in seasoned oak casks for a m...

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Taylors 20 Year Old Tawny Port Gift Boxed
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Taylors 20 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl

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Taylors 20 Year Old Tawny Port In Branded Gift Box This elegant aged Port is blended from a selection of well-aged wines matured in oak casks, res...

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Kopke 30 Year Old Tawny Port In Wooden Gift Box
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Kopke 30 Year Old Tawny Port In Wooden Gift Box 75cl

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Kopke 30 Year Old Tawny Port In Wooden Gift Box An exceptional aged port, blending wines matured in oak casks for an average of three decades. Pres...

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Kopke 20 Year Old Tawny Port
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Kopke 20 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl

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Kopke 20 Year Old Tawny Port A finely aged expression of traditional wood-matured Port, combining elegance, complexity and depth. Blended from care...

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Taylors Historic Collection The Globe Gift Boxed
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Taylors Historic Collection The Globe 75cl

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Taylors Historic Collection The Globe The Globe is crafted from a finely selected blend of Port wines sourced from Taylor’s extensive tawny reserve...

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Taylors 10 Year Old Tawny Port In Gift Tube 75cl

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Taylors 10 Year Old Tawny Port In Gift Tube Taylor's is renowned for its iconic vintage ports, the esteemed winery. This particular style of port u...

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Ferreira Dona Antonia 20 Year Old Tawny Port Gift Boxed
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Ferreira Dona Antonia 20 Year Old Tawny Port Gift Boxed 75cl

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Ferreira 20 Year Old Tawny Port A refined and traditionally crafted aged Port from one of Portugal’s most historic producers. With over 250 years o...

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Graham's 30 Year Old Tawny Port Miniature In Branded Gift Tube
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Graham's 30 Year Old Tawny Port Miniature 20cl

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Graham's 30 Year Old Tawny Port Miniature In this single serve miniature you experience the taste found in larger bottles, a testament to patience,...

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Sandeman 30 Year Old Tawny Port In Gift Tube
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Sandeman 30 Year Old Tawny Port In Gift Tube 75cl

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Sandeman 30 Year Old Tawny Port In Gift Tube A benchmark example of long-aged tawny Port, this 30 Year Old expression from Sandeman showcases the h...

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Kopke Fine Tawny Port
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Kopke Fine Tawny Port 75cl

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Kopke Fine Tawny Port From the historic House of Kopke, an offering of a classic expression of wood-aged elegance. Blended from multiple harvests a...

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Graham's 30 Year Old Tawny Port In Luxury Leather Gift Tube
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Graham's 30 Year Old Tawny Port In Luxury Leather Gift Tube 75cl

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Graham's 30 Year Old Tawny Port In Luxury Leather Gift Tube Enjoy the elegance of this tawny port, a wine shaped by decades of oak ageing and the a...

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Kopke 10 Year Old Tawny Port Half Bottle In Wooden Gift Box
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Kopke 10 Year Old Tawny Port Half Bottle In Wooden Gift Box 37.5cl

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Kopke 10 Year Old Tawny Port A beautifully matured fortified wine from one of Porto’s oldest and most respected Port houses. Aged in oak casks for ...

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Browse Tawny Port By Age

Not sure which age to choose? Browse by age statement below to find the right level of complexity and prestige for your occasion or budget.

Frequently Asked Questions About Tawny Port

What is tawny port and how is it made?

Tawny port is a style of port wine aged in small oak casks where slow, controlled oxidation gradually transforms the wine over years or decades. Unlike ruby port, which is aged in large tanks to preserve its fresh fruit character, tawny develops complex flavours of dried fruit, walnuts, caramel and toffee as it ages. The colour fades from deep red to warm amber, giving the style its name. For more on all port styles see our guide to the styles of port wine.

What is the difference between 10, 20, 30 and 40 year old tawny port?

The age on the label reflects the average age of the blend rather than a single vintage year. A 10 year old tawny is fresher and more fruit-driven with lighter oak influence. A 20 year old offers greater complexity, nuttiness and caramelised depth. A 30 year old is richer and more concentrated with exceptional refinement. A 40 year old is the most intense and elegant expression, with decades of cask ageing producing extraordinary complexity. Each step up represents significantly more time in barrel and a noticeable increase in depth and character.

How should tawny port be served?

Tawny port is best served lightly chilled at 12 to 14 degrees Celsius, noticeably cooler than ruby or vintage port. Put it in the fridge for 30 to 45 minutes before serving. A small tulip glass or copita concentrates the aromas well. No decanting is needed, tawny can be poured directly from the bottle. For a full serving guide see our guide to serving port wine.

How long does tawny port last once opened?

Tawny port is one of the most robust port styles once opened, thanks to its long oxidative ageing. Keep it refrigerated with a good stopper and consume within four to six weeks. A 20 or 30 year old tawny may last even longer due to its greater concentration. For full guidance see our guide to storing port wine.

What food pairs well with tawny port?

Tawny port pairs beautifully with nuts, dried fruit, caramel and toffee desserts, Christmas pudding, fruit cake, blue cheese and hard aged cheese. A 20 year old tawny alongside a walnut and stilton board is one of the great after-dinner combinations. It also works well as a sophisticated dessert wine in its own right, particularly the older aged expressions which need no accompaniment.

Is tawny port a good gift?

Yes, aged tawny port in a branded gift tube or wooden gift box is one of the most consistently well-received port gifts. A 20 year old tawny from Taylors, Graham's or Kopke in a branded gift tube makes a thoughtful and impressive gift at any occasion. For a truly memorable gift, a 30 or 40 year old expression in a wooden gift box is exceptional. Browse our full port wine gifts collection for the complete range.