Surprisingly, the origin of Krohn Porto is Scandinavian, as two Norwegian cousins founded the port shipping company in 1865. However, the company currently is owned by the Portuguese Carneiro family. It is one of the few independent family businesses still standing in Oporto. A Ruby port is named for its distinct ruby color—its a young approachable wine that has aged for two to three years. It pairs wonderfully well with blue cheese, milk chocolate and berry-based desserts. 19% Vol. |
Krohn Porto’s estate Quinta de Retiro Novo is located in Sarzedinho, which is a very small village in the Portuguese Rio Torto Valley. The area is very favorable for the production of quality Ports, because of the nature of the soil, the altitude, the locality and the slope of the vineyards. Tawny Port is often a blend of older-vintage wines, and spends a good amount of time in oak. Try it with dark chocolate, dried fruit or apple pie, and prepare yourself for a very pleasant surprise. 19% Vol. |
A young, red port of a producer who combines innovation with nearly 300 years of experience. Offley Ruby is a blend and is made from the best grapes of the traditional blue grapes from the Douro region, particularly Touriga Franca, Tonta Roriz, Tinta Amarela, Tinta Barroca and Tinto Cão. Offley Ruby has a ruby red color and a lively aroma reminiscent of ripe red fruits, complemented by more complex notes. 19.5% Vol. |
An elegant red Port with a classic style. He is both full and fresh and is made from a blend of wines from the rich stock of Offley. This Tawny is a blend, made from the best traditional grape varieties from the Douro region, especially Touriga Franca, Tonta Roriz, Tinta Amarela, Tinta Barroca and Tinto Cao. Tastes excellent as an aperitif with Gouda cheeses and cured hams. 19.5% Vol. |
Over 250 years of history and experience is reflected in the wines of Real Companhia Velha, the oldest wine company in Portugal. Real Companhia Velhia is a family-led business and owns some of the Douro’s finest Quintas. The Royal Oporto – Ruby has aged in old Portuguese oak vats for at least three years. It presents a beautiful ruby color and notes of violet that highlight its youth and freshness. 19% Vol. |
Over 250 years of history and experience is reflected in the wines of Real Companhia Velha, the oldest wine company in Portugal. Their Royal Oporto – Tawny is made from different vintages and has matured for at least 5 years, which is 2 years longer than the minimum requirement. Tawny references the color of this Port, which has an orange and brown-ish hue. The Royal Oporto – Tawny has a refined bouquet and strong dry fruit flavors. 19% Vol. |
Bulas is known for its high quality and traditional method of working. Situated at the confluence of the Douro and the Ceira (Seyra), this is one of the world's oldest recognized wine regions. This Tawny is a blend of different grapes from different vintages. The aging in used oak Barriques gives the wine its typical tan colour. The wood provides a slight oxidation. This Port is also produced in the traditional way: the grapes are picked by hand and crushed by the foot. 19.5% Vol. |
This Ruby is still prepared according to the traditional recipe. A young Port, strong and full of character, aged in large oak casks without contact with air. This gives it its dark color and original flavors. Sandeman Ruby is the classic Port that combines youthfulness and maturity. His fruitiness makes him ideal as an aperitif, but he also fits perfectly with smoked ham as a starter. 19.5% Vol. |
The history of the Port House Offley Forrester begins in 1737, when the English merchant William Offley settles in Porto. In 1803 Joseph James Forrester, a famous wine expert who developed a method for combating a devastating grape disease, adheres to the house. Nearly 300 years later, Offley Forrester is one of the biggest port houses in the world. This is a fresh, young and sweet white port made from the traditional white grape varieties from the Douro region, such as Malvasia Fina, Codega, Viosinho and Gouveio. 19.5% Vol. |
Rosé Port is the newest kind of Port, only officially recognized since 2009. The Valdouro Rosé Port is a lighter drink with a pink color, and perfectly suited as a summer drink. It is fermented in a similar process to rosé wine. There’s a limited exposure to grape skins, thus resulting in the signature color. Because the fermentation occurs under low temperatures, a light, fruit driven wine is ensured. Preferably drink it cold (6-8ºC), and if you feel like it, combine it with almonds or charcuterie. 19.5% Vol. |
Selected from the lighter wines of each year, this Sandeman – Fine Tawny Porto is chosen for aging in small oak casks to further develop their flavor. Sandeman – Fine Tawny is produced with traditional methods. The grapes are hand-picked before being fermented at a controlled temperature. The addition of wine alcohol at the ideal moment sets a fine balance between body and bouquet of the Sandeman – Fine Tawny. 19.5% Vol. |
Quinta do Crasto is located in a prime spot in the Douro region in Portugal, and has been in the family of Leonor and Jorge Roquette for more than a century. The earliest records of Quinta do Crasto go all the way back to 1615. The Quinta do Crasto Porto Finest Reserve is made from several grape varieties, harvested from vines of over 60 years old. The grapes with stems are foot trodden in traditional stone tanks, and mature for 2 to 4 years in Portuguese oak vats. The result is a vibrant, complex Port. 20% Vol. |
Quinta do Crasto grows its grapes with techniques that are strongly ecologically based, and they don’t use any products or substances that aren’t certified, this fully respecting the environment and roots of their vines. The Late Bottled Vintage Port is made from a single vintage that is bottled after approximately 4 to 6 years of maturation in large Portuguese oak vats. Several grape varieties are used to produce this magnificent wine, harvested from vines that are over 60 years old. 20% Vol. |
Churchill’s was founded in 1981 by John Graham. At the time it was the first Port wine company to be established in 50 years. With it, the founder continued his family’s long Port tradition, which dates back to the early 18th century. He named the company after his wife, Caroline Churchill, a descendant of Winston Churchill. This Late Bottled Vintage is bottled roughly four years after the harvest. It is a dark, concentrated Port that can be consumed directly, or left to mature for a little longer. 19.5% Vol. |
Wiese & Krohn was founded in 1865 by 2 young Norwegians, Theodor Wiese & Dankert Krohn. In 1880 Wiese sold his shares to his partner. The company is still based in Gaia and has its own vineyards in the Douro Valley, called Quinta do Retiro Novo. 90% of their Port is exported. This 10-year-old Port is a blend of different Tawny's and has a great complexity, in which wood influences can be recognized. 20% Vol. |
The house Niepoort was founded in 1842 by Eduard Kebe, who in 1847 got the Dutchman Franciscus Marius van der Niepoort as a business partner. Meanwhile, the fifth generation, Dirk van der Niepoort, is now in the company. The innovative Senior Tawny is a blend of various Tawny Ports, which have matured for at least 7 years in small barrels. This gives a little bit more oxidation and provides a refined, deep taste of red fruit. 19.5% Vol. |
Bulas 10 years old Tawny is the result of a careful blend of port wines aged in oak casks, in the Quinta winery, following the old Douro winemaking traditions. This wine is a blend of older wines, which offer superior complexity, with younger wines, which bring fresh fruit flavours. Elegant and soft, it presents subtle notes of dried fruits and jams. This Port should be served slightly chilled, as an aperitif or at dessert. 20% Vol. |
The most sold brand of Portugal. Calem dates from 1859 and has been making quality since. The grapes are from the areas of Cima Corgo and Douro Superior, called the 'Port Wine Cathedral'. Up to 4% of the wine is suitable for Vintage Port; first aged on oak wood, then matured in the bottle. This 2012 Vintage Port has deep notes of blackberries and figs and even smoked aromas. 20% Vol. |
This 10 year old Port is made of high quality grapes. The wine is a blend of different vintages of which the youngest wine is 10 years old. The Port is aged in wooden barrels which completes it perfectly before bottling. A soft bright color with a wonderful aroma of dried and candied fruit. The taste is spicy, licorice, vanilla and ripe red fruit. This is a perfect example of a 10 year old Port at its best. The best serving temperature is 15°C to 18°C, as an aperitif, digestif or in combination with various types of cheese. 20% Vol. |
Quinta da Romaneira is one of the largest estates of the Douro region. Back in 1757 there were already vines planted on the vineyard, and Romaneira Port was auctioned at the famous London auction house of Christie’s in 1872—a clear indicator of the status of the Romaneira name. New owners took over as recently as 2004, and they have consolidated Romaneira as one of the elite wine producers of the region. The Vintage 1994 is an exquisite example of what this winery is capable of. 19.5% Vol. |
The result of carefully blended port wines, aged in oak barrels with an average age of 20 years. An exceptional Tawny style that combines rich aromas of figs and raisins with a silky mouthfeel. As an aperitif these 20 year old Port is preferably served at room temperature or slightly cooled. As a digestive well-combined with dried fruit, such as figs and apricots, but also delicious with blue cheese or a dessert based on coffee and almonds. 20% Vol. |
This 20 year old Tawny Port has a beautiful brown color with ochre colored edges. In the nose aromas of walnuts and almonds. The taste is soft with beautifully developed elements of herbs and dried fruits. A glass of 20 Years Old after a meal with soft cheeses, crème brulée, nuts or an almond tart is a real treat! 20% Vol. |
One of the oldest Port houses in the region, Quarles Harris was established in 1680 by Thomas Dawson, making it one of the first to start shipping Port. Immediately the company enjoyed great success, and at one point it became the second largest exporter of Port. Nowadays Quarles Harris is owned by the Symington family, who have excellent connections with growers in the heart of the Douro region, where the Vintage 2003 is produced. Quarles Harris’s flavor profile is known for its firmness and slightly dry style. 20% Vol. |
Bulas 30 years old Tawny is the result of a careful blend of port wines aged in oak casks, in the Quinta winery, following the old Douro winemaking traditions. It shows a golden brown colour, as well as very intense and complex aromas, reminding caramel, nuts and coffee. In the mouth it is thick and creamy, with intense notes of coffee which come through on the palate, along with a smooth and very soft long felling. 20% Vol. |