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Profile
Structure
Drinking window
Latest scored vintage 2017: best 2032 to 2057.
vintage15 yrs40 yrs42 yrs
Critic scores
| Critic | Vintage | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Wine Spectator reviewed 2019 | 2017 | 93/100 |
Scores as published by each critic for the vintage shown.
In the glass
What it pairs with
- Stilton Black fruit cut by blue cheese.More wines for blue cheese →
- Dark chocolate Cocoa and liquorice.More wines for chocolate →
- Roast game Firm tannins for gamey meat.More wines for game →Find roast game on TableJourney →
With cheese
How to serve Sandeman Vintage Port
Allow 65 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and decant. Open 60 minutes before serving and pour into a decanter to aerate.
- Serve at 14-16°C. Cellar temperature (14-16°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a Port glass or small Bordeaux glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Stilton, Dark chocolate, Roast game. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Founded by George Sandeman in 1790, the house has declared Vintage Port for over two centuries, sourcing largely from Quinta do Seixo and Quinta do Vau.
- 1790George Sandeman founds the house
Facts
- Producer
- Sandeman · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca
- Classification
- DOC Porto
- Oak
- Aged in vat then bottle-matured
- ABV
- 20.0%
- Price
- EUR 60 to 110 at release
- Drinking window
- 15 to 40 from vintage
Frequently asked about Sandeman Vintage Port
What does Sandeman Vintage Port taste like?
Structurally full-bodied, firm tannins, medium acidity with a long finish. A structured Vintage Port from one of the most recognised Port houses, with concentrated black fruit and a firm spine for ageing.
When should I drink Sandeman Vintage Port?
Drink 15 to 40 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Sandeman Vintage Port?
Stilton is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Dark chocolate and Roast game. Black fruit cut by blue cheese.
What grapes are in Sandeman Vintage Port?
The blend is Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca. The wine is classified as DOC Porto.
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