Excellent Selection Martinez Port Tawny

Tawny port has the gentle taste of raisin, date, and nuts. Because it matured in oak barrels, it comes across extra smooth. Enjoy it as an evening wine, with a cheese platter, or with tiramisu. Colour, taste: port, soft Grape variety: touriga franca, touriga nacional, tinta barroca, tinta roriz Country, region: Portugal, Douro Good with: Cheese, Dessert Port, one of the great classic wines of Europe, comes from the Douro, an incredibly beautiful area in northern Portugal. It is made from local grape varieties. With this Martinez Tawny, a port has been added to the AH Excellent Selection. The wine buyers of Albert Heijn searched for a wonderful port, with all the characteristics that belong to a good Tawny, plus an excellent balance between price and quality. That was found at Martinez. Together with the winemaker, they blended until everyone was satisfied. This oak-aged Tawny has the soft, sultry taste of dried fruits like date and fig. Lovely on its own and with strong cheese. Besides the Tawny, there are now also a fruity Ruby and full-bodied Late Bottled Vintage from AH Excellent. A fruity ruby, delightfully fresh from the fridge, is perfect for a picnic with salads, quiches, and a cheese board. As an aperitif or a glass late in the evening, they are also very tasty. The specific style is fresh and less sweet than many other port types. port, fruity Portugal, Douro, good with Cheese or Dessert