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Real Companhia Velha (RCV) Carvalhas 10 Years Old Tawny

Real Companhia Velha (RCV) Carvalhas 10 Years Old Tawny

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Candied Peach, Orange Peel, Creamy Texture, and Luscious Sweetness

Discover the luscious elegance of the Douro Valley with this 10 Years Old Tawny Port from Real Companhia Velha's prestigious Quinta das Carvalhas. Bursting with candied peach, strawberry jam, and dried orange peel, this full-bodied fortified wine offers a remarkably creamy texture and a long, intense finish. It is a stunning, deeply comforting classic that is absolutely perfect for pairing with caramel desserts or sipping slowly after dinner.
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Style Profile at a Glance

Attribute Profile Scale
Body Full-Bodied, Creamy & Intense ●●●●●
Sweetness Lusciously Sweet ●●●●●
Tannins Fully Resolved & Velvety ●●●●●
Acidity Balanced & Elevating ●●●●●
Oak Prominent & Oxidative (10 years in seasoned pipes) ●●●●●

Critical Recognition

James Suckling 92 pts
  • 92 Points - James Suckling: This shows notes of plums and dried berries with toasted hazelnuts, sweet spices and caramel. Creamy and chocolaty with a full body and deep, dark-fruited character. Polished finish. Drink now.

Highlights

  • The Style: A premium 10-Year-Old Tawny Port, representing a master blend of multiple vintages designed to capture the perfect balance between the vibrant fruit of youth and the nutty, complex maturity of age.
  • Terroir: Sourced from Quinta das Carvalhas, Real Companhia Velha's crown jewel estate. The property is renowned for its spectacular old vines and incredibly steep, schist-driven terraced vineyards in the heart of the Douro Valley.
  • Winemaking: During fermentation, neutral grape spirit (aguardente) is added to halt the process, which preserves the grapes' natural, luscious sweetness while boosting the alcohol to its fortified strength.
  • Elevage: Aged for an average of 10 years in traditional seasoned oak pipes (550-liter barrels). This prolonged oxidative aging gradually shifts the wine's color from ruby to amber, transforming fresh berry notes into complex layers of candied fruit and spice.

Tasting Notes

Pouring a radiant amber-tawny with warm copper highlights, this classic Port opens with an inviting and highly complex bouquet. Lifted aromas of candied peaches, plums, and strawberry jam are intricately layered with elegant undertones of dried orange peel and delicate dried flowers. On the palate, it is full-bodied and lusciously sweet, wrapping the mouth in a brilliantly creamy texture. The rich fruit concentration is perfectly countered by lifting acidity, leading to a long, intense, and deeply satisfying finish.

Serving Suggestion

  • Temperature: Serve slightly chilled at 54-57°F (12-14°C) in a traditional Port glass or a small white wine glass to balance the alcohol and enhance the rich aromatics.
  • Decanting: Not required, as Tawny Port is aged extensively in barrel and filtered prior to bottling. It is exceptional on its own, or paired beautifully with crème brûlée, caramel tarts, pecan pie, or aged hard cheeses. Once opened, it will remain fresh for several weeks in the refrigerator.

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