Messias – Prime’s 10 yo Tawny Port

Introduction

Messias Prime’s 10 Year Old Tawny Port represents the rich heritage of Portuguese winemaking, crafted by a family-owned company with over a century of expertise in producing exceptional fortified wines.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Selected grapes from the Douro Valley region, Portugal’s oldest demarcated wine region and a UNESCO World Heritage site
• Distillation process: Fermentation is stopped by the addition of grape spirit (77% alcohol), preserving the natural sweetness of the grapes
• Maturation: Aged for 10 years in traditional wooden casks (pipas) where slow oxidation creates its distinctive tawny color and nuanced flavor profile
• Special techniques: Follows the traditional Solera system where younger wines are blended with older ones to maintain consistency and complexity

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Elegant aromas of dried figs, walnuts, caramel, and subtle vanilla with delicate hints of orange peel and cinnamon
• Palate: Smooth and silky with layers of almond, hazelnut, honey, and dried apricot balanced by gentle oak influences and well-integrated alcohol
• Finish: Long and warming with lingering notes of toffee, spice, and toasted nuts complemented by a pleasant sweetness

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: 12-16°C (54-61°F)
• Glass recommendation: Small tulip-shaped port glass or white wine glass
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed as a digestif after dinner, slightly chilled on warm evenings, or at room temperature during colder seasons
• Food pairings: Pairs wonderfully with chocolate desserts, crème brûlée, aged cheeses (especially blue cheese), almond tarts, or simply savored on its own

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 20% ABV
• Bottle size: 75cl
• Country/Region of origin: Douro Valley, Portugal
• Certifications/Awards: Certified by the Port Wine Institute; multiple gold medals at international wine competitions

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Messias Prime’s 10 Year Old Tawny Port offers a harmonious balance of youth and maturity that can only be achieved through a decade of careful barrel aging by master blenders.

With limited production focused on quality rather than quantity, each bottle represents a precious opportunity to experience the authentic character of traditional Portuguese port.

Endorsed by leading wine critics and sommeliers as a benchmark example of aged tawny port, this expression demonstrates why Messias remains one of Portugal’s most respected port houses.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Wine enthusiasts worldwide consistently praise this 10-year tawny for its exceptional quality-to-value ratio and authentic expression of the Douro terroir.

Collectors and port aficionados who add Messias to their cellars find themselves returning to it time and again for its consistent excellence and remarkable complexity.

The multiple gold medals awarded to this tawny port at prestigious competitions confirm its standing among the finest examples of its category.

From Messias Family to You

Each bottle of Messias Prime’s 10 Year Old Tawny Port carries with it the gift of five generations of family winemaking knowledge and the soul of Portugal’s most famous wine region.

The warm amber hues and inviting aromas create an immediate connection to the sun-drenched hillsides of the Douro Valley and the passionate people who tend these historic vineyards.

Join the community of discerning port enthusiasts who celebrate special moments with Messias – experience the tradition, craftsmanship, and unparalleled character of this exceptional tawny port today.