KOPKE - Porto - Tawny - 10 years old
Kopke is the oldest Port House, founded in 1638 in Portugal, and it enjoys worldwide renown among lovers of exceptional wines and spirits. Founded by Nicolau Köpke, then consul general of the Hanseatic League, Kopke has built over the centuries a true legend of Port wine. From its beginnings, the house exported its first bottles to Northern Europe, thus affirming its commitment to spreading high-end Portuguese wines. It was in 1781 that Kopke took a decisive step by acquiring a vineyard in the Douro Valley, the emblematic terroir of Porto, distinguishing itself not only as a shipper but also as a producer, particularly recognized for its exceptional fortified wines. Today, Clos des Spiritueux offers you the opportunity to discover these rare and prized cuvées among connoisseurs.
The Kopke 10-year-old Tawny Port is the result of a meticulous blend of the traditional grape varieties of the Douro region: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Barroca, Tinta Cão, Tinta Roriz, among others. The grapes are carefully hand-harvested, then destemmed and trodden according to the traditional method. Maceration takes place in stone lagares, ensuring maximum extraction of aromas and color. Fermentation continues until the desired level of sweetness is reached. Each wine in the blend matures individually in oak barrels for varying durations, so the age displayed on the label corresponds to the average age of the wines present in the cuvée. The addition of grape brandy, the secret of making fortified wine, gives this Port its aromatic richness and unique structure. This 10-year Tawny shows a remarkable concentration of 114 g/L residual sugar, perfect for accompanying refined tasting moments.
Grape varieties: Traditional Douro grape varieties (Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Barroca, Tinta Cão, Tinta Roriz…)
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