Sandeman 30 Year Old Tawny Port

Sandeman's 30-Year-Old Tawny is a lush and polished tawny port that artfully balances richness with bright elegance. Think long, graceful layers of dried fruit, warm spice, nutty depth, and citric lift—together creating an unforgettable finish and a refined expression of Travis’ aging mastery.

Appearance & Tasting Profile

• Color: Old-gold amber—deep and mature, hinting at its extended time in oak. 

• Nose: Aromas of honey and warm spices, enriched with dried apricots, toasted hazelnuts, and vanilla—elegant and inviting. 

• Palate: Rich and velvety, unfolding flavors of caramel, butterscotch, café au lait, and white chocolate, complemented by apricot and hazelnut undertones. Some versions also mention butterscotch and creamy textures. 

• Finish: Fresh and refined—minerally and long, with a hint of sea salt and a precise, clean fade. 

Accolades & Expert Praise

• Wine Enthusiast: 94 points — “beautifully concentrated… dried fruits, spice, honey, walnuts, and a complex perfumed aftertaste.” 

• Wine Spectator: Notes of bergamot, date, fig, and caramelized peach, with a polished, lingering caramel note; “lovely.” 

• Wine Advocate: 94 — more power and complexity vs. the 20-year-old, with dark chocolate and caramel-laced fruit, energetic finish. 

• Decanter, IWC & others: Multiple gold and high-point awards, including 96 from IWC 2022 and 94 from Decanter 2021. 

Summary Table

In essence, Sandeman's 30-Year-Old Tawny Port is a beautifully mature and expertly crafted expression—delivering depth and complexity, yet staying lively and clean on the finish. A memorable pour for both dedicated port enthusiasts and anyone seeking an elevated dessert wine.

"Citrus zest accents provide a zesty backdrop to the lush, rich and creamy flavors of butterscotch, white chocolate and café au lait. Fresh and minerally on the finish, with notes of sea salt. Complex and pure." Wine Spectator 95 Points