During their long maturing period in oak casks, Old Tawnies undergo subtle colour changes.
The deep red hue which characterises Port's purple infancy gradually gives way to a paler red. It then becomes amber - paler still - and eventually takes on a delicate brown, orange tinted colour.
Graham's Ten Years Old Tawny is a wonderfully soft, rounded wine following its long ageing in oak casks. This softness is balanced by a rich, subtle, mature fruit. The pale amber Twenty Year Old is lighter and gloriously smooth. It has a full, nutty bouquet, the classic Graham's richness and a soft lingering aftertaste.
The Thirty Year Old is one of Graham's most distinguished Ports. Exacting blending over many years has ensured a wonderfully mellow wine which, although very old, retains some of the vigour of its youth.
The flagship of Graham's Old Tawnies is the Over Forty Years Old. This rich and powerful old Port is the truly superb result of a lifetime's care and attention. It is available only in very limited quantities.
Pretty honey, caramel and butterscotch, with a hint of prunes. Medium-bodied and medium sweet, with a fresh finish. Try it with chocolate. Drink now. 2,500 cases imported. –JS
