Sequeirinha 10 yo Tawny Port

Introduction

Sequeirinha 10 Year Tawny Port represents the rich heritage of Portugal’s most celebrated fortified wine tradition, crafted with meticulous attention to detail in the heart of the Douro Valley’s terraced vineyards.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Hand-selected indigenous Portuguese grape varieties, primarily Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, and Tinto Cão, grown on schist soils in the Douro Valley’s steep hillsides.
• Distillation process: Traditional foot-treading in granite lagares followed by partial fermentation before being fortified with grape spirit to stop fermentation and preserve natural sweetness.
• Maturation: Aged for a minimum of 10 years in small oak casks (550-600 liter pipes), allowing slow oxidation that develops the wine’s characteristic amber color and complex flavor profile.
• Special techniques: Master blenders carefully select and combine various aged reserves to maintain consistency and the distinctive Sequeirinha house style year after year.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich aromas of dried apricots, figs, and raisins complemented by notes of walnut, almond, vanilla, and delicate hints of orange peel and cinnamon.
• Palate: Smooth and silky texture with concentrated flavors of caramelized nuts, toffee, and dried fruits. Well-integrated alcohol with balanced sweetness and refreshing acidity.
• Finish: Long and elegant finish with lingering notes of toasted almonds, butterscotch, and subtle oak spices that persist gracefully.

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: 12-16°C (54-60°F), slightly chilled to enhance freshness while preserving complexity.
• Glass recommendation: Traditional port glass or a small wine glass with a slightly narrowed rim to concentrate the aromas.
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed after dinner as a digestif or contemplative sipping wine. Once opened, will maintain quality for 4-6 weeks if properly stored.
• Food pairings: Excellent with mature cheeses (particularly blue cheeses like Stilton), crème brûlée, almond-based desserts, pecan pie, or classic Portuguese pastéis de nata. Also pairs wonderfully with dried fruits and nuts.

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 19.5% ABV
• Bottle size: 750ml
• Country/Region of origin: Portugal, Douro Valley
• Certifications/Awards: Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) certification, ensuring authentic production according to strict regional standards and traditions.

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Sequeirinha 10 Year Tawny Port represents the pinnacle of traditional Portuguese port wine craftsmanship, where each bottle encapsulates a decade of patient maturation and generations of expertise.

With limited annual production dependent on vintage conditions and the availability of properly aged reserves, this exceptional tawny port represents an increasingly rare expression of Douro Valley’s finest fortified wines.

Recognized by leading wine authorities as exemplifying the perfect balance between youthful fruit character and mature, oxidative complexity that only proper aging can achieve.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Port wine aficionados consistently praise Sequeirinha for maintaining exceptional quality standards that honor the traditional methods of tawny port production while meeting modern appreciation for nuanced complexity.

Collectors and enthusiasts who have committed to exploring Portugal’s finest fortified wines invariably include Sequeirinha in their portfolios for its remarkable consistency and authentic expression of terroir.

The dedication to traditional craftsmanship has earned Sequeirinha a devoted following among critics who appreciate how each sip reflects both the distinctive character of the Douro Valley and the patient art of port aging.

From Portugal’s Historic Douro Valley to You

The family behind Sequeirinha has dedicated generations to perfecting their craft, sharing the culmination of their collective knowledge and passion in every bottle that leaves their historic estate.

The warm amber hues and inviting aromatics of this 10 Year Tawny create an immediate sensory connection to Portugal’s rich cultural heritage and the sunbaked terraced vineyards where this journey began.

By choosing Sequeirinha, you join a community of discerning port enthusiasts who recognize that true quality comes from respect for tradition, patience, and an unwavering commitment to excellence—discover this exceptional tawny port today.