Boplaas Cape Tawny Port NV

Cape Tawny Port NV is a South African fortified wine that takes inspiration from the classic tawny port wines from Portugal. Several producers in South Africa, such as Boplaas and KWV , are known for making this type of wine.

General tasting notes:

• Color: Amber with subtle orange hues.
• Aroma: Aromas of orange peel, dried fruit, caramel and nuts.
• Taste: A full-bodied wine with notes of fruit, marzipan and toffee, finishing with a balanced sweetness.

Examples of manufacturers:

1. Boplaas Cape Tawny Port NV:

   • Grape composition: 100% Tinta Barocca.
   • Tasting notes: A complex wine with notes of nuts, caramel and chocolate/orange. It has an elegant balance between candied orange peel and spirits, with a long aftertaste.
   • Serving suggestion: Enjoy ice cold in the summer with ice cream or by the fireplace with a plate of gorgonzola cheese and pickled green figs. Perfect as an end to a meal or as an aperitif.

2. KWV Cape Tawny:

   • Tasting notes: Long barrel aging gives a beautiful amber color with aromas of orange peel, dried fruit, caramel and nuts. The taste offers fruit, marzipan and toffee with a balanced sweet finish.
   • Serving suggestion: Serve chilled as an aperitif or with cheese and chocolate after a meal.

These South African fortified wines offer a rich and complex taste experience that combines tradition with modern winemaking techniques.