Fonseca 10 Year Old Tawny Port Overview

Fonseca 10 Year Old Tawny Port

A finely crafted aged Tawny Port from Fonseca in the Douro Valley, this 10 Year Old expression reflects a decade of careful maturation in seasoned oak casks. The result is a beautifully balanced fortified wine where youthful fruit character gradually gives way to mellow complexity and elegance.

• In the glass, it reveals golden-brown tones with russet tinges, a visual nod to its time in wood.
• The nose is inviting and aromatic, combining notes of ripe red berries, fig, and caramel with subtle traces of oak and warm spice.
• The palate is luxuriously smooth, offering a medley of dried fruits, toasted walnuts, and a hint of sweet spice that unfolds gracefully.
• Its silky texture and mellow character lead into a long, harmonious finish accented by toffee and gentle oak nuances.

Fonseca 10 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.

Pair with blue cheeses such as Stilton or Roquefort, aged Cheddar or walnut‑based pâtés. The wine’s dried‑fruit richness and mellow spice complement savoury intensity.

Serve with creme brulee, almond tart, caramel desserts, roasted nuts or dried fruits. These flavours echo the Port’s toffee, nut and caramel notes.

• Cheese
• Desserts

Occasion & Buyer Profile

Country: Portugal

Region: Douro

Grape Variety: Blend

Brand: Fonseca

Port Type: Tawny Port

Port Style: Full-Bodied

Port Sweetness: Sweet

Vintage: NV

Size: 75cl

ABV: 20%

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Meet The Wine Producer Behind The Bottle

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

Fonseca

Founded in 1822, Fonseca is a renowned Port house with nearly two centuries of winemaking heritage. Based in Portugal’s Douro Valley, Fonseca is celebrated for its rich tradition, dedication to quality, and innovative approach to producing vintage and aged Ports. The house has maintained its reputation worldwide by combining classic methods with a commitment to excellence in every bottle.

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