Torres 20 Year Old Imperial Brandy
Torres 20 Year Old Imperial Brandy is bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a 750mL bottle — a Hors d'Age Spanish brandy from the Torres family's Bodegas in Vilafranca del Penedès, aged a full 20 years in French Limousin oak barrels. Made from Parellada grapes grown on the high slopes of the Upper Penedès and French Ugni Blanc — Torres was among the first Spanish distillers to plant the Cognac variety — the wine is double distilled on copper pot stills and then statically aged, spending its first years in new oak before transfer to older casks. Chosen repeatedly as Best Brandy in the World at the International Wine & Spirit Competition. Order it online at Del Mesa Liquor.
- ABV: 40% (80 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Age: 20 years in French Limousin oak (static aging)
- Grapes: Parellada + Ugni Blanc, Upper Penedès
- Distillation: double copper-pot distilled
- Distinction: multiple Best Brandy in the World, IWSC
Twenty Years the Torres Way
Unlike Brandy de Jerez, which ages fractionally in solera, Torres Imperial 20 rests statically in barrel for two full decades — the slow, patient route that builds its famously mellow depth. The decanter-style bottle is modeled on a family heirloom that belonged to Juan Torres Casals, the second generation, who made the first Torres brandy in 1928. It is the great value argument of the spirits world: the depth of a 20-year Cognac at a fraction of the price. Explore brandy, cognac and the Torres collection at Del Mesa Liquor.
Tasting Notes
Appearance: dark amber. Nose: deep and warm — dried fruit, nuts, vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg with a floral lift from the Ugni Blanc. Palate: intensely velvety, rich spice and caramelized depth with subtle oak. Finish: elegant and long-lasting.
How to Enjoy
Neat as a luxurious digestif — this is a sipping brandy first and foremost. It also pairs beautifully with crème brûlée or dark chocolate truffles.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Hors d'Age mean? "Beyond age" — a designation for brandies aged well past standard classifications; here, 20 years in oak.
Is it a solera brandy? No — unlike Brandy de Jerez, Torres Imperial 20 is statically aged in barrels for the full 20 years.
Why is it such good value? Spanish brandy of this age and quality costs far less than equivalent Cognac or Armagnac — one of the best value grape spirits in the world.
A world-class brandy at a working price — order Torres 20 Imperial online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.