Port Wine


What is Port Wine?

Port wine (also known as "vinho do Porto" (viɲu duˈpoɾtu) or usually simply port, is a portuguese fortified wine produced with distilled grape spirits exclusively in the Douro Valley in the northern provinces of Portugal.
It is typically a sweet, red wine, often served as a dessert wine, although it also comes in dry, semi-dry, and white varieties. Check wikipedia for more informations.

When should I drink Port Wine?

Port wine is very versatile and can be paired with many different kinds of food. It is most commonly served at the end of the meal with a selection of fine cheeses, dried fruits and walnuts. It can, however, be served chilled as a delicious aperitif such as Taylor Fladgate's Chip Dry and Tonic.

Is Port wine sweet?

Port is a sweet, red, fortified wine from Portugal. Port wine is most commonly enjoyed as a dessert wine because its richness. There are several styles of Port, including red, white, rosé, and an aged style called Tawny Port. Let's get up to speed on this fascinating, historic sweet red wine.

Where can I get it?

Any supermarket or click "Get me a Port Wine"

Did you know that you can visit the wine cellars?

Coded by Sara Henriques