Port Wine

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The ideal drink to have after dinner is port. It originates from the stunning Douro Valley in northern Portugal, where vines are raised on terraces that line the valley's sides. Work in the vineyard must be done by hand due to the stony steps and steep valley sides.

A quinta is a vineyard or estate in this country. Black grape types are frequently combined, with Touriga Nacional being acknowledged as a key variety. Some sites feature 'field blends', where each vineyard has a variety of various varietals because of the lengthy history of the property.

Grapes were traditionally trampled on foot in enormous lagares. While some ports still operate in this manner, mechanisation has become the norm.

The wine is transported to the coastal town of Vila Nova de Gaia in the spring following harvesting, where it is allowed to develop in lodges.

Tawny port is aged for many years in oak barrels, while ruby port is primarily matured in bottles. The greatest vintage and crusted ruby ports can mature for many years and should be decanted before serving.

Tawny ports are best served with a cheeseboard because they are aged in cask for 10 or 20 years.

A lemon slice can be added to white port, made from white grapes, when it is served over ice. It is customary in Portugal to include a sprig of mint, and to enjoy as an aperitif

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Taylor's 10yo Tawny Port 75cl NV £38.59

This is full of wood, caramel and fudge, like a box of delights, with a mellow, fruity finish

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Taylor's 20 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl NV £67.85

A mellow, voluptuous port, complex and spicy, with pleasing aromas of nuts and fudge plus a hint of orange flower and toast, cinnamon and more nuts in the mouth

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Taylor's Fine Tawny 75cl NV £25.96

Golden in colour, flavoured with dried fruit, toffee, fresh-brewed coffee and figs

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Crasto Finest Reserve Ruby Port 75cl NV £20.20

Lifted and complex bouquet of ripe red wild berries, figs and a slight touch of wild indigenous herbs The palate shows excellent harmony and complexity, a fine presence and great balance between fresh wild berries, firm tannins, well balanced acidity and a long and elegant finish

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Barros Vintage Port, Douro 2002 75cl £67.78

Lovely balance between opulence and finesse, with a silky texture and beautifully sustained flavours of dried black plum and dates with a long, elegant finish

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Barros LBV Port, Douro 2019 75cl £27.25

Lovely balance between power and finesse with a silky texture and beautifully sustained flavours of fleshy black cherry fruit

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Barros 20 Year Old Tawny Port, Douro 75cl £59.46

A rich and complex combination of dried fruit aromas, with spice and subtle hints of wood Elegant and full-bodied, with a long, engaging finish

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Barros 10 Year Old Tawny Port, Douro (Gift Box) 75cl £32.84

Dried fruit aromas are complemented by delicate vanilla and chocolate notes through to a soft, silky palate with subtle oak nuances and a long, elegant finish

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Barros White Port, Douro NV 75cl £19.57

Delicate and engaging taste combined with a long and harmonious finish

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Barros Colheita Port, Douro 2005 75cl £48.54

Lovely balance with rich, warm and intense flavours of toffee, candied orange and dark chocolate

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Barros Ruby Port, Douro NV 75cl £19.63

Lovely balance between power and finesse with a silky texture and beautifully sustained flavours

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Graham's 10 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl NV £35.04

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Graham's Fine White Port 75cl NV £21.26

Off-dry rather than sweet, this is a fruity, floral white port with flavours of nectarine and green fig and a fine, refreshing spray of citrus on the finish

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Warres Otima 10yo Tawny 50cl NV £26.53