Bottled in 2018, the Calem is a gorgeous old Colheita At 57 years of age, it exhibits
subtle aromas of dried fruits, tobacco and old wood. It is gently lifted on the nose, making it so alive fresh and elegant.
Roy Hersh (2013), 93 points: "Bottled 2013. Very light iced tea color and a spicy nose of cinnamon, mace, caramel apple and cashew. Soft, silky and elegantly textured with a remarkable bead of prominent acidity throughout. Slight nutty nuance is more obvious on the minute long finish."
Mark Squires (Robert Parker 2016): 94 points. "The 1961 Colheita Tawny Port, the new November 2015 bottling seen in the USA for the first time, is a field blend coming in at 129.7 grams per liter of residual sugar. This is lovely, a bit understated but more and more impressive as it goes along. It is rather impressive how graceful this old Tawny is. Taste it on its own and you'll swoon even more. By far, the best part of this was its elegance and its impeccable balance. It is not immediately a powerhouse or an attention-getter, but its harmony and caressing, velvety texture make it simply sensual and lovely, even as it increases in power as it sits on the palate. Then, it does what old Colheitas always do--shows off that complex medley of flavors on the finish and the increasing power that allows the flavors to linger endlessly. The complex finish is the most important selling point here for sure. There are bigger ones, more concentrated ones and more dramatic ones. Depending on your preferences, you might well prefer this. It becomes ever more impressive as you sit with it, its balance and graceful demeanor being its calling cards.
Vintage: 1961
Alcohol content: 20%
Volume: 75 cl
Grapes: Blend of traditional Douro grapes
Cellaring: drink or keep for a few decades
Serving: 13 to 14 C
Last: 6 to 8 weeks after opening
Pairing: Like any Tawny Port this 57 will match all kinds of desserts such as a creme brûlée or an almond tart. It may also be served as a digestive with or without a cigar.
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