Calem 20 Year Old Tawny Port Overview

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 decades. The result is a complex, elegant port with a rich, layered character that highlights the artistry of traditional Portuguese winemaking.

Tasting Notes:

• Adorning its appearance is a luscious brown hue with delicate hints of green.
• The nose tantalises with rich, intense aromas, showcasing concentrated notes of wood intertwined with subtle hints of honey and delicate spices. Upon tasting, it reveals a robust structure with impeccably refined tannins.
• A velvety texture envelopes the palate, offering a tantalising sweetness that gracefully lingers, leading to a lengthy and spicy finish.

Calem 20 Year Old Tawny Port 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.

Strong cheeses such as Stilton, aged cheddar or Roquefort pair beautifully with the richness and maturity. The wine’s velvety texture softens the intensity of the cheese while highlighting its savoury depth.

Main courses featuring dried fruits - like duck with apricots, pork with prunes or slow‑braised dishes with figs which echo the wine’s aged character and enhance its complexity.

For dessert, chocolate‑based dishes, nut‑forward pastries or honey‑drizzled sweets showcase the Port’s long, warming finish. It also pairs elegantly with a fine cigar for a contemplative close to a meal.

• Cheese
• Desserts

Occasion & Buyer Profile

Country: Portugal

Region: Douro

Grape Variety: Blend

Brand: Calem

Port Type: Tawny Port

Port Style: Full-Bodied

Port Sweetness: Medium 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.

Calem

Founded in 1859, Calem is a well-established Port house with a long history rooted in the Douro Valley of Portugal. From its beginnings as an exporter to Brazil, Calem grew into an internationally recognised producer known for combining tradition with accessibility. Over more than 160 years, the house has built a reputation for reliable quality and respect for classic Port-making heritage.

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