Jockey Club
Tawny Reserve • Dr. Port
"Distinction and character: a Reserve Port of great lineage that combines the structure of the Douro with noble maturation, revealing deep notes of dried fruits and caramel."
The Legacy of Time
The **Jockey Club** label pays homage to Portuguese elegance and tradition. This **Tawny Reserve** occupies a higher tier of sophistication, with an average aging of **7 years** in selected oak barrels ("pipes"). This prolonged rest allows the vigor of the Douro to refine, transforming primary fruit into a spectrum of complex tertiary aromas and an unmistakable velvety texture.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Agri-Roncão (Quinta da Levandeira).
- Origin: Douro Valley, Portugal.
- Varietals: T. Nacional, T. Franca and Tinta Roriz.
- Aging: 7 years in oak barrels.
- Alcohol content: 19.5% Alc. Vol.
- Category: Tawny Reserve (Special Selection).
2. Sommelier Notes
Appearance: Deep amber color with copper reflections and flashes of old gold; denotes noble maturation.
Nose: Rich aromas of dried figs, candied orange peel, and toasted almonds, with a background of sweet spices such as cinnamon.
Palate: Enveloping and broad entry. Velvety and round texture with a masterful balance between sweetness and warmth. Long, refined finish.
3. Wine Style
BODY / STRUCTURE [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
SWEETNESS / NOBILITY [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
TERTIARY COMPLEXITY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
FINAL PERSISTENCE [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
4. The Art of Serving
Desserts: Ideal pairing for apple Tarte Tatin, pear strudel with walnuts, or salted caramel fondant.
Cheeses: Exceptional with aged Cheddar, Parmigiano-Reggiano, or very mature sheep's milk cheeses.
Serving: Enjoy slightly chilled, between **12°C and 14°C**. It is the perfect conclusion to a business dinner or a moment of self-indulgence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What differentiates it from a common Tawny?
The grape selection is more rigorous and its time in the barrel is longer (7 years compared to the 3 years of a young Tawny), which gives it much more pronounced notes of caramel and dried fruits.
Is it suitable for bottle aging?
Tawny Reserve wines are ready to drink upon leaving the winery. They will not improve with more years in the bottle, but their resistance after being opened is excellent.
Why is it called Jockey Club?
It is a name that evokes exclusivity and distinction, paying tribute to elite social clubs where Reserve Port is, historically, the star of the after-dinner conversation.