Rated 3.86 out of 5 based on 21 customer ratings

Taylor Fladgate 50 Year Tawny Port

$299.95

20.00% /

750ml /

Vintage: NV

WS 96
WA 97
JS 97

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Winery: Taylor Fladgate
Varietal: Port Blend Wine
Winemaker: David Guimaraens
Wine Style: Dessert Wine - Rich and Warming
Wine Country Of Origin: Portugal
State / Province: Douro
Sub Region / AVA: Oporto / Tawny Port

Wine Description

Taylor Fladgate 50 Year Old Tawny Port, a testament to over three centuries of family tradition and excellence in Port wine production, is a crowning achievement from the house of Taylor Fladgate. Crafted by the esteemed winemaker David Guimaraens, this very old Tawny Port embodies the rich and mellow virtues of the finest aged Port wines. Blended from rare wood-aged Ports that have matured for five decades in oak casks, this special collector’s edition, known as Taylor’s Golden Age, is released in very limited quantities, offering a unique tasting experience.

The color of Taylor Fladgate 50 Year Old Tawny Port is a mesmerizing chestnut-copper core with a light golden rim, signaling its aged elegance. The aroma unveils a sophisticated and rich bouquet, marked by elegant notes of rum and raisin, clove, nutmeg, and a hint of cracked black pepper, creating an inviting complexity. The initial olfactory exploration is further enriched by delicate nuances of prunes, quince, and apricot, while zesty lemon and orange bring a refreshing acidity to balance the rich tapestry of flavors.

On the palate, Taylor Fladgate 50 Year Tawny delivers an extraordinary range of flavors. Scorched pineapple, passion fruit, and lychee beautifully harmonize with toasted coconut, almonds, and butterscotch, showcasing the wine’s depth and the meticulous blending skills of Taylor Fladgate’s team. The texture is remarkably smooth and weighty, enveloping the palate and finishing with a brightness and poise that is both refreshing and enduring. The aftertaste lingers invitingly, a testament to the wine’s exceptional quality and the allure of its complexity.

Critics have lavished praise on this exquisite Taylor fladgate tawny port, with scores of 97 points from both Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate and James Suckling, and 96 points from Wine Spectator. These accolades highlight the Port’s mature character, sensational depth, and the perfect balance between richness and vibrancy. The nuanced and complex profile, marked by dark chocolate, balsamic, mahogany, and dried fruits, alongside salted almonds and caramel, is consistently emphasized, underpinning the Port’s allure and its capacity to captivate from the first sip to the lasting finish.

Serving this Taylor Fladgate 50 Year Old Tawny Port slightly chilled, between 12ºC to 16ºC, unlocks its full spectrum of aromas and flavors, making it an excellent accompaniment to desserts like crème brûlée, wild strawberries, or a simple plate of walnuts and dried fruit. Its versatility and elegance make it a perfect choice for commemorating significant milestones or simply indulging in a moment of pure enjoyment.

Taylor Fladgate’s commitment to excellence is reflected in every aspect of this 50 Year Old Tawny Port. From its deep roots in the Douro Valley to the careful aging and blending by David Guimaraens, this Taylor Fladgate Port wine is a celebration of tradition, craftsmanship, and the enduring beauty of aged Tawny Port. Whether as Taylor Fladgate Porto, Taylor Fladgate Vintage Port, or the luxurious Taylor Fladgate 50 Year Tawny, each bottle from this historic house offers a unique window into the soul of Port wine.

Reviews (22)

22 reviews for Taylor Fladgate 50 Year Tawny Port

Rated 5 out of 5

Rodney Brennan – January 13, 2023

The Taylor Fladgate Porto is a revelation. The coffee and raisin flavors are bold, and the dried apricot and walnut notes are subtle yet delightful.
Rated 5 out of 5

Judith Darnell – January 15, 2023

The Taylor Fladgate 50 Year Tawny is a real standout. The clove and nutmeg flavors are bold and beautiful, and the aged oak is just the right touch.
Rated 4 out of 5

Bradley Secor – January 30, 2023

The Taylor Fladgate Port Wine is a real treat. The taste of fig and prune is rich and bold, and the hint of coffee gives it a great finish.
Rated 5 out of 5

Charles Smith – February 12, 2023

David Guimaraens has crafted a masterpiece with this Taylor Fladgate Tawny Port. The flavors of almond and caramel are rich and satisfying, and the honey and toffee notes are the perfect sweet finish.
Rated 3 out of 5

Jermaine Cairone – March 10, 2023

Taylor’s Golden Age 50 Year Old Tawny Port is a real treasure. The notes of rum and raisin just melt in your mouth, and the clove and nutmeg really shine through.
Rated 3 out of 5

Christopher Smith – March 16, 2023

The Taylor Fladgate Tawny Port is a perfect balance of flavors. The almond and caramel notes are just the right amount of sweet, and the aged oak adds a lovely depth.
Rated 3 out of 5

John Davis – March 19, 2023

I can’t get enough of this Taylor Fladgate Port Wine. The coffee and raisin flavors are bold and the notes of rum and raisin add a beautiful depth.
Rated 5 out of 5

Georgia Greis – March 19, 2023

Taylor’s Golden Age boasts a symphony of flavors from dried apricot, prune, to coffee. This Taylor Fladgate port wine from the Tawny Port wine region tastes like a beautifully aged memory. Hints of toffee, walnut and orange linger in the end. Love this Taylor Fladgate vintage port!
Rated 3 out of 5

Sheila Klarich – March 21, 2023

This Taylor Fladgate 50 is a taste of luxury. The Port Blend grapes from Portugal give it a unique taste, and the aged oak casks it’s stored in only enhance it further.
Rated 4 out of 5

Debra Cohen – March 27, 2023

This Taylor Fladgate Port is a taste of the Tawny Port wine region. The notes of fig and prune are bold, and the dried apricot and walnut add a lovely complexity.
Rated 5 out of 5

Edith Johnson – May 21, 2023

This Taylor Fladgate 50 is something special. The flavors of dried apricot and walnut are perfectly balanced with the robust taste of the Portugese wine.
Rated 3 out of 5

John Marois – May 22, 2023

This Taylor Fladgate Porto is the perfect dessert wine. The flavors of almond and caramel are delicious, and the honey and toffee notes bring a delightful sweetness.
Rated 4 out of 5

Ira Hollins – May 24, 2023

The Taylor Fladgate 50 Year is a real gem. The flavors of fig and prune are bold and beautiful, and the hint of coffee gives it a great finish.
Rated 4 out of 5

Angela Oliver – May 26, 2023

I’m loving this Taylor Fladgate Port. It’s got a beautiful blend of honey and toffee flavors, with a hint of orange that’s just divine.
Rated 5 out of 5

Ruth Thompson – June 17, 2023

I’m in love with this Taylor Fladgate 50. The Portugese wine is rich and flavorful, and the aged oak adds a beautiful depth.
Rated 3 out of 5

Edith Kaleta – July 18, 2023

The Taylor Fladgate 50 Year is a masterpiece. From the Tawny Port wine region, it’s a flavor journey of honey, orange, and oak. A true gem!
Rated 5 out of 5

George Siegel – July 31, 2023

I’ve fallen in love with this Taylor Fladgate 50 Year. It’s delightfully smooth, with notes of rum and raisin that are simply divine.
Rated 3 out of 5

John Carver – September 7, 2023

The Taylor Fladgate 50 Year Old Tawny Port is a divine dessert wine. Its rich notes of rum, raisin, and nutmeg are perfectly balanced with flavors of almond, caramel, and honey. Aged for 50 years in old oak casks, this Portugese wine is a masterpiece by David Guimaraens.
Rated 3 out of 5

Keven Comstock – September 17, 2023

This Taylor Fladgate Port Wine is a true dessert wine. The flavors of fig and prune mix beautifully with the strong Portugese wine character. A must try!
Rated 4 out of 5

Kimberly Doyle – October 8, 2023

The Taylor Fladgate Vintage Port is the perfect end to a long day. It’s smooth, with a delightful mix of honey and toffee notes. I can’t recommend it enough!
Rated 3 out of 5

Joy Ross – December 1, 2023

I finally got my hands on the Taylor Fladgate 50 Year Tawny and it was worth every penny! The aged oak flavor is just divine and the hint of almond and caramel is simply irresistible.
Rated 4 out of 5

Derrick Cheney – January 15, 2024

David Guimaraens, the winemaker, has outdone himself with this Taylor Fladgate 50 Year Tawny. The nutmeg flavor is robust, and the notes of rum and raisin add a beautiful complexity.

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What does 50 year old Port taste like?

A 50-year-old Port offers a sublime tapestry of flavors: deep, concentrated layers of dried fruits, nuts, and spices, complemented by velvety caramel and chocolate undertones. Its aged character brings a remarkable smoothness, with a mellow sweetness balanced by vibrant acidity, culminating in an endlessly complex and elegant finish.

Does tawny Port get better with age?

Tawny Port, already aged in barrels before bottling, does not significantly improve with further aging in the bottle. Its aging process in wood develops its characteristic nutty, complex flavors, and smooth texture. Once bottled, it is intended to be enjoyed at its peak of maturity and complexity.

Can I drink a 50 year old wine?

Yes, you can drink a 50-year-old wine, provided it has been properly stored. Wines of such age, especially those designed for long-term aging like fine reds, Ports, and some whites, can offer a unique and complex tasting experience, showcasing evolved flavors and aromas not found in younger wines.

Critical Acclaim

WS 96

Wine Spectator

A bird of a different feather, this sports a range of date, mulled plum and persimmon fruit flavors that are curvaceous in feel, allied to a racy green tea and hazelnut spine. Picks up singed white sesame, walnut husk, alder smoke and sandalwood along the way. Reveals terrific tension between the viscous and nervy sides from start to finish.

WA 97

Wine Advocate

The NV 50 Year Old Tawny Port is a field blend bottled with a bar-top cork in 2022 and with 158 grams of residual sugar. Mature, with dark chocolate nuances, this is rich, deep and sensationally delicious. The concentration is exceptional too. Then, there's the long, long finish, filled with fruit and sugar. It is irresistible, in addition to being nuanced and complex. It's young enough so that it is never just a curiosity. The fruit is certainly not cracking.

JS 97

James Suckling

Aromas of balsamic, mahogany, Georgian furniture and dried fruits. Salted dried almonds. Medium-bodied, very sweet. Sultanas. Figs. Yet fresh and intensely flavored with a long, long finish. Love the finish. Salted caramel. Drink or hold.

What does Taylor Fladgate 50 Year Tawny Port taste like?

Light

Bold

Dry

Sweet

Soft

Acidic

minerals, exotic spice, honey

oak, coffee, baking spice

Aromas and Flavors of Spices in the wine

dried herbs

orange, orange peel, orange rind

cheese

raisin, fig, prune

dried flowers

Food Pairing with Taylor Fladgate 50 Year Tawny Port

Our wine experts think this Dessert Wine Taylor Fladgate 50 Year Tawny Port wine would be a match made in heaven with these dishes. Bon appétit!

Blue cheese

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Taylor Fladgate 50 Year Tawny Port

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Reviews (22)

22 reviews for Taylor Fladgate 50 Year Tawny Port

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