Port, the fortified wine from the Douro Valley in Portugal, is one of my favorites. I love the history of the region; the variety of styles, such as white port and ruby; and the exquisite vintage ports. Port can make a great aperitif at the start of a meal or an amazing flourish to help turn dinner into a feast. Here are three reasonably priced ports that can help elevate your holiday celebrations this year.
Taylor Fladgate Reserve Tawny Porto is worth the splurge. Tawny ports are aged in a more oxidative style compared to ruby ports. The extended aging and exposure to oxygen gives the wine flavors of roasted hazelnuts and almonds, followed by dried fruit and baking spice. These flavors suggest autumn — pecan or pumpkin pie, anyone?
Excerpt Taken From: Washington Post
Author: Dave McIntyre
