Cockburn’s20YearsOldTawnyPortNV–750ML

Tasting Notes For Cockburn’s 20 Years Old Tawny Port NV

Cockburn’s 20 Years Old Tawny Port NV beckons with an entrancing amber radiance, a testament to two decades of patient maturation. The color hints at a sunlit copper glow, inviting exploration. In the bouquet, a melange of sun-soaked apricots and plump figs interweaves with the zest of candied oranges, creating a symphony of fruity delights. Subtle whispers of exotic spices, reminiscent of a Moroccan spice market, dance beneath the surface, promising a sensory journey like no other.

Upon the palate, this Tawny Port unravels a kaleidoscope of flavors. Silky ribbons of caramel weave seamlessly with the rich tapestry of honeyed nuts, unveiling a decadent sweetness that gracefully pirouettes alongside nuanced hints of cardamom and a trace of oak.

Critic Ratings

Wine Spectator Review – Rated 94:Wonderful aromas of butterscotch, toffee and honey, with just a hint of fruit. Full-bodied, with very sweet fruit and a long caramel and nutty finish. Textbook. Cockburn is the business in old tawnies right now.

Wine & Spirits Review – Rated 93:This carries some of the fresh flavors of a blanc de noirs (white cranberry, white currant and light yellow plum), buffed by the oxidation and caramel sweetness of a long-aged Tawny. It’s plush and creamy, a lovely wine for a savory apple tart. Best Buy

James Suckling Review – Rated 92:Attractive aromas of toffee, caramel, milk chocolate and nut shell with dried apricots and orange jam, following through to a full, medium-sweet palate with mellow, creamy texture and spicy notes at the end. Drink or hold.

Wine Enthusiast Review – Rated 91:Nutty and caramelly, this is a great example of aged tawny. Roasted walnut aromas waft from the glass, followed by flavors reminiscent of maple syrup carried across the palate on creamy-soft waves of richness.