Kopke 10 Year Tawny Port is an aged tawny port poured at Grappa in Seattle’s Queen Anne neighborhood. Made by Kopke in Portugal’s Douro Valley, it is a barrel-aged, nutty-sweet fortified wine that brings a graceful close to dinner. We pour it because few wines finish a meal as elegantly as a well-aged tawny.

About the Winery

Kopke is widely recognized as the oldest port house, founded in 1638 by Christiano Kopke. With nearly four centuries of experience, Kopke is especially celebrated for its aged tawny and Colheita ports. The house has built its reputation on patient barrel aging, and its tawnies are benchmarks of the category.

Region & Grape

The wine comes from the Douro Valley, the world’s oldest demarcated wine region and the birthplace of port. It is made from traditional Douro grape varieties such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca and Tinta Roriz. The “10 Year” indicates the average age of the wines in the blend, mellowed in seasoned oak casks where slow, gentle oxidation builds its signature character.

Tasting Notes

Expect an amber-tawny color and aromas of toasted almond, walnut, caramel and dried fig. The palate is smooth and mellow, with flavors of butterscotch, dried fruit and warm baking spice, leading to a long, nutty finish. It is sweet but balanced, with the freshness that good barrel aging preserves.

What to Pair It With

Tawny port is a classic with nuts, caramel and custard. It is lovely with our Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta and Mama’s Tiramisu, and it pairs beautifully with the Charcuterie Board. Explore the full dine-in menu for more.

How It’s Served at Grappa

Kopke 10 Year Tawny Port is offered as a 1.5 oz or 3 oz pour at $10 / $15.

FAQ

Where is Kopke Tawny Port from?

It is made in the Douro Valley of northern Portugal by Kopke, widely regarded as the oldest port house, founded in 1638.

What does Kopke 10 Year Tawny Port taste like?

It is smooth and nutty, with toasted almond, walnut, caramel, butterscotch and dried fig, finishing long and gently sweet.

What is the difference between tawny and ruby port?

Tawny port is aged in oak casks, which gives it a nutty, caramel character and amber color, while ruby port is aged briefly to keep fresh, dark-fruit flavors. Both are sweet and fortified.

When you visit, book a table, explore the full wine list, and the dine-in menu.