The Andresen Port House is undoubtedly unique. It's one of the few estates in Porto still entirely owned by the same family. They operate traditionally and remain true to their roots and values. A stark contrast to the more commercial port houses. The adventure began in 1845 when the then 14-year-old Jann Hinrich Andresen emigrated to Portugal. He started as a port merchant and eventually became a major player in the wine world. All their ports are vinified in the heart of the Douro Valley. The grapes are sourced from 40 hectares of top-quality vineyards.
The various indigenous grape varieties for this Tawny Port are grown in beautiful vineyards in the Douro region. The grapes are carefully and selectively harvested. This makes a significant difference in the final port. At the winery, the grapes are deliberately left undestemmed and macerated in stainless steel tanks for a full day. Once this is complete, fermentation follows, lasting two days and interrupted halfway through when wine alcohol is added. Finally, the wine is aged in old wooden barrels. These barrels impart no flavor but allow for natural aging. The different wines are later blended to create the final Fine Tawny Port, which is on average four years old.
This Fine Tawny Port from Andresen presents itself with a ruby red color. In the glass, we see a light orange glow. The attractive aromas of cherries and plums are immediately released, complemented by the warmer notes of caramel and nuts. A perfect combination that also balances beautifully on the palate. A soft, fruity wine with pleasant flavors. The Fine Tawny Port is a delicious dessert wine that pairs well with a nut tart or cheese board.
