What is Port wine ?
Port, including Vintage Port is one of the most prized wines globally. It originates from Portugal's Douro Valley a world heritage region. Known for its exceptional aging potential and complexity, Port is a top choice for wine collectors and enthusiasts.
Vintage or Tawny Port?
Vintage Ports are matured in bottles and are renowned for their longevity, and ability to age gracefully over many years. Tawny Port or Colheita Ports are matured in barrels for many years and develop caramel and oak notes. More recently White Port has become fashonable particularly for Port and Tonic cocktails. There are many other styles so please look in more detail in the Port styles section below.
Top Port producers
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Some of the top Port producers include Graham's , known for its rich, age-worthy Vintage Ports; Taylor's , one of the oldest and most reputable Port houses
with a focus on Vintage and Tawny Ports; and Fonseca, which produces highly acclaimed Vintage Ports. Sandeman and Dow's are also renowned for their high-quality, traditional Ports, while Quevedo is known for its innovative approach to both traditional and modern styles. These producers have long histories and are known for their craftsmanship in Port production.
Learn more about Port Wines
Vintage Port Harvest Reports 1900 - present
A Short History of Port
Learn about Port Traditions