Penfolds Grandfather 20 Year Old Rare Tawny Overview

Penfolds Grandfather 20 Year Old Rare Tawny

A premium Australian fortified wine with origins dating back to 1915, when a special family cask was reserved for the Penfold household. This rare tawny blends aged reserve wines matured in oak, combining depth, complexity and extended maturation character.

Tasting Profile:

• Appearance: Deep tawny with a distinctive yellow-green edge from long wood ageing.
• Nose: Rich and complex with raisin, fruitcake, liquorice and roasted walnut aromas.
• Palate: Sweet and rounded mid-palate showing fruitcake richness, liquorice depth and integrated oak influence.
• Finish: Persistent, warm and structured with long aged complexity.

Penfolds Grandfather 20 Year Old Rare Tawny supplied by Cotswold Port Co.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Here are a few serving suggestions and pairing ideas to help you get the most from this wine, whether you’re enjoying it with food or simply savouring it on its own.

Pair with stilton, gorgonzola, or aged hard cheeses. The wine’s sweetness and nutty depth balance savoury intensity beautifully.

Excellent with fruitcake, pecan tart, or caramel‑spiced desserts. The tawny’s raisin and walnut notes mirror these flavours effortlessly.

• Cheese
• Desserts

Occasion & Buyer Profile

Country: Australia

Region: South Australia

Grape Variety: Blend

Brand: Penfolds

Port Type: Tawny Port

Port Style: Full-Bodied

Port Sweetness: Very Sweet

Vintage: NV

Size: 75cl

ABV: 20%

Dietary:

Meet The Wine Producer Behind The Bottle

A brief look at the producer’s heritage and winemaking approach.

Penfolds

Founded in 1844 by Dr. Christopher and Mary Penfold, Penfolds is one of Australia’s most historic and internationally respected wine producers. Beginning as a small medical winery in South Australia, Penfolds grew into a global icon through innovation, long-term vision, and a commitment to quality. While best known for its table wines, Penfolds has a long heritage in fortified wine production, reflecting the early traditions of Australian winemaking.

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