Alcohol: 20%
Grape(s): Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, Tinto Cão, Tinta Amarela
Localization: Porto, Douro, Portugal
Tasting Notes: The Ferreira Porto Dona Antónia 20 Year Tawny Port reveals a deep amber-tawny color with golden highlights, a visual testament to its extended aging in oak casks. Its bouquet is complex and layered, offering aromas of dried fruits, roasted nuts, caramel, spice, and subtle wood notes, all harmoniously integrated with hints of ripe red fruit. On the palate, it is rich and velvety, with a perfect balance between sweetness and acidity. The flavors of figs, dates, toasted almonds, and warm spice unfold gradually, leading to a long, elegant finish that showcases both freshness and maturity.
Food pairing: This 20 Year Tawny has earned recognition for its refined character and depth, standing as one of Ferreira’s benchmark Ports. It pairs beautifully with chocolate desserts, nut-based pastries, and blue cheeses, where its sweetness and complexity create memorable contrasts. It is equally rewarding as an after-dinner sipping wine, ideal for contemplative enjoyment.
The Domain: Founded in 1751, Porto Ferreira rose to prominence under Dona Antónia Adelaide Ferreira, a visionary 19th-century figure who not only expanded vineyards but also built schools and hospitals, leaving a lasting social and cultural legacy in the Douro Valley. The Dona Antónia Tawny 10 Year pays tribute to her enduring influence, embodying a blend of tradition, social impact, and winemaking excellence that continues to define Ferreira today.
