The 1943 Porto Tawny from Domaine Marquez is a rare and elegant fortified wine with exceptional aromatic depth. Its long barrel aging imparts rich aromas of dried fruits, caramel, and spices, along with a velvety texture and great complexity. This wine is perfect for special occasions or to be savored slowly, either on its own or paired with refined dishes. A true treasure for lovers of great Port wines.
Porto Tawny Domaine Marquez 1943
€482.40
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The 1943 Porto Tawny from Domaine Marquez is a rare and elegant fortified wine with exceptional aromatic depth. Its long barrel aging imparts rich aromas of dried fruits, caramel, and spices, along with a velvety texture and great complexity. This wine is perfect for special occasions or to be savored slowly, either on its own or paired with refined dishes. A true treasure for lovers of great Port wines.
Wine estate: Domaine Marquez
Grape varieties: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca
Region: Porto, Duriense, Northern Portugal, Portugal
Appellation: Porto Tawny
Color: Amber
Format: Bottle 0.75 L
Description
The 1943 Porto Tawny from Domaine Marquez is an exceptional fortified wine from the historic region of Porto in northern Portugal. This Porto Tawny is a blend of Touriga Nacional and Touriga Franca, two emblematic grape varieties from the Douro Valley, renowned for producing powerful and complex wines. Aged for several decades in oak barrels, this wine has developed a unique richness and aromatic depth, while maintaining an elegant sweetness.
Blend
Touriga Nacional brings structure, black fruit aromas, and concentrated tannins.
Touriga Franca contributes floral aromas, a silkier texture, and natural elegance.
The wine is aged in barrels for decades, allowing its aromas to evolve into more oxidative and complex notes, characteristic of great Tawny Ports.
Tasting notes
Color: The wine presents an intense amber color with coppery highlights, typical of long-aged Tawny Ports.
Nose: The nose is complex and deep, with aromas of dried fruits such as hazelnut, walnut, and almond, accompanied by notes of caramel, toffee, fig, and prune. There are also nuances of leather, tobacco, dark chocolate, and a delicate woody touch due to the long barrel aging.
Palate: On the palate, the 1943 Porto Tawny is rich, velvety, and perfectly balanced between sweetness and acidity. Flavors of dried and candied fruits, caramel, and dark chocolate unfold intensely, supported by a silky texture and fine tannins. The finish is long and persistent, with notes of sweet spices, cedarwood, and candied fruits, offering a perfect harmony between richness and freshness.
Aging potential
The 1943 Porto Tawny has exceptional aging potential. Thanks to its fortified nature and long barrel aging, it can be preserved for many decades without losing quality. Once bottled, it is ready to be enjoyed but can still improve over time.
Food pairings
Aged cheeses: Stilton, Roquefort, or other blue cheeses.
Chocolate desserts: Dark chocolate cake, fondant, or cocoa mousse.
Dried fruit desserts: Walnut tart, fig tart, or desserts with dates and prunes.
Nuts and dried fruits: Perfect with an assortment of roasted or candied nuts.
Cigars: This Porto Tawny pairs wonderfully with a quality cigar at the end of a meal.
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