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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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Sandeman Port Duo Gift 2 X 75cl

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Imperial Reserve Tawny shows brilliant red‑amber colour with dried‑fruit and vanilla aromas, offering elegant complexity and a long, layered finis...

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Calem 30 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl

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Calem 30 Year Old Tawny Port A masterful expression of long-term ageing, crafted from a selection of wines matured in oak casks for three decades. ...

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Ferreira Tawny Port 75cl

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Ferreira Tawny Port A classic expression of the Douro Valley, combining over 250 years of winemaking expertise with elegance and rich, mellow chara...

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Calem 10 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl

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Calem 10 Year Old Tawny Port This port showcases the art of blending, combining carefully selected wines matured in oak casks for an average of ten...

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Graham's Mini Port Selection 5 x 5cl

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Graham's Mini Port Selection Discover a handpicked assortment of Graham’s finest Ports, each showcasing the rich heritage and craftsmanship that de...

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Graham's 20 Year Old Tawny Port Miniature 20cl

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Grahams 20 Year Old Tawny Port Miniature This small format port is the culmination of two decades of patient oak maturation and masterful blending....

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Taylors Golden Age 50 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl

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Taylors Golden Age 50 Year Old Tawny Port A perfect wine with which to commemorate a half century, be it a 50th anniversary or a five-decade landma...

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Calem 20 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl

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Calem 20 Year Old Tawny Port A refined expression of the house’s blending expertise, combining wines aged in oak casks for an average of two decade...

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Ferreira Dona Antonia 30 Year Old Tawny Port In Wooden Box 75cl

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Ferreira Dona Antonia 30 Year Old Tawny Port In Wooden Box A distinguished aged Tawny Port from Ferreira, this 30 Year Old expression is a tribute ...

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Graham's 40 Year Old Tawny Port In Luxury Box 75cl

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Graham's 40 Year Old Tawny Port In Luxury Gift Box This wine named Testament Of Time is created by Graham's Master Blender from wines put aside in ...

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Kopke 10 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl

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Kopke 10 Year Old Tawny Port A rich, honeyed expression from the world’s oldest Port house. With a heritage spanning nearly four centuries, Kopke i...

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Calem 40 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl

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Calem 40 Year Old Tawny Port A masterpiece of traditional port blending, crafted from wines aged an average of four decades in oak casks. This extr...

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Warre's Otima 10 Year Old Tawny Port In Branded Gift Tube 50cl

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Warre's Otima 10 Year Old Tawny Port In Branded Gift Tube A contemporary expression of aged tawny, combining traditional Douro craftsmanship with a...

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Taylors 30 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl

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Taylors 30 Year Old Tawny Port In Branded Gift Box A beautifully aged expression of the house’s renowned tawny style, created from carefully selec...

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Graham's 10 Year Old Tawny Port Miniature 20cl

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Graham's 10 Year Old Tawny Port Miniature In Branded Gift Tube Presented in a branded gift tube, this 10 Year Old Tawny Port miniature is an elegan...

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Graham's The Tawny Port 75cl

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Graham’s The Tawny Port An elegant expression of wood-aged port, balancing lively fruit with the gentle complexity that develops through time in se...

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Quinta Do Noval 10 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl

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Quinta Do Noval 10 Year Old Tawny Port A perfect expression of the Noval tawny port style. Sophisticated tawny that captures the elegance of Douro ...

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Kopke 50 Year Old Tawny Port In Wooden Gift Box 75cl

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Kopke 50 Year Old Tawny Port In Wooden Gift Box A celebration of over five decades of patient oak ageing, representing the pinnacle of the house’s ...

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Graham's Aged Tawny Port Selection Gift Pack 3x20cl

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Graham's Aged Tawny Port Selection Gift Pack Discover the depth of Graham’s tawnies with this gift pack, a perfect introduction to the elegance of ...

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Fonseca 20 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl

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Fonseca 20 Year Old Tawny Port This exquisite 20 year old Tawny from Fonseca is a masterful blend of tradition, time, and terroir. Sourced from pre...

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Kopke 20 Year Old Tawny Port 2 Glass Gift Set 75cl

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Kopke 20 Year Old Tawny Port Gift Set A mature, oak-aged tawny Port from one of the Douro Valley’s oldest producers. Extended cask ageing delivers ...

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Quinta De La Rosa 20 Year Old Tawny Port 50cl

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Light tawny colour. Expect flavours of powerful dried fruit, including apricot and figs, along with honey, almonds and orange peel. Blend of touri...

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Quinta Do Noval 20 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl

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Quinta Do Noval 20 Year Old Tawny Port This Port represents one of the most refined expressions of aged tawny from this historic Douro estate. Buil...

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

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Kopke 10 Year Old Tawny Port Decanter A limited-edition collector’s release, presented in a luxurious gift box. Each decanter is hand-painted by sk...

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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.