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Carrying wine is an option if you are only buying a few bottles and don’t mind lugging an additional wine suitcase around Portugal. I did this in the past with the success. As Glenn mentioned, Some producers will ship for you. You can also use Globalwineshipping.com which is a service we help set up...

NV Poças Porto Tawny Bonificador - Portugal, Douro, Porto Bottle #717 of 733. Amber-orange in color, this wine is around 25 years of age. The nose offers orange spice, roasted nuts, and a curious note of artificial banana candy that adds a playful twist. Entry is smooth and rich, with cinnamon and ...

NV José Maria da Fonseca Moscatel de Setúbal Alambre 10 Years - Portugal, Península de Setúbal, Moscatel de Setúbal Light amber-orange in color, resembling a pale Tawny. The nose opens with bright lime peel and orange marmalade, layered over apricot, honey, and a subtle petrol note reminiscent of m...

NV José Maria da Fonseca Moscatel de Setúbal Alambre 20 Years - Portugal, Península de Setúbal, Moscatel de Setúbal Yellow-orange in color, showing clear signs of extended aging. The nose is expressive, with rich aromas of candied citrus peel, lemon drops, and a touch of petrol layered over dried a...

NV José Maria da Fonseca Moscatel de Setúbal Alambre 30 Years - Portugal, Península de Setúbal, Moscatel de Setúbal Yellow-brown in color, reminiscent of an aged White Port. The nose is striking, with layered aromas of salted chocolate, dried fig, caramelized citrus peel, and warm baking spice. Ent...

BEYOND PORT - MOSCATEL AND TAWNY SURPRISES - Seattle, Washington (11/1/2024) https://www.theportguy.com/beyond-port-moscatel-and-tawny-surprises/ NV Poças Porto Tawny Bonificador - Portugal, Douro, Porto Bottle #717 of 733. Amber-orange in color, this wine is around 25 years of age. The nose offers...

2016 Barnard Griffin Rapport Vinagium Vineyard - USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Red Mountain Deep ruby with a garnet rim. The nose is inviting, showing ripe blackberry, black cherry, and dark plum, complemented by cocoa nib and a hint of cedar. On the palate, it’s full-bodied and expansive, with...

2021 Lupine Vineyards Malbec - USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Lake Chelan Deep violet with a bright magenta rim. The nose is aromatic and lifted, offering black raspberry, violet pastille, and blueberry reduction, framed by hints of clove and anise. On the palate, it’s bold and youthful, with de...

NV Fontanella Family Wines Portmanteau - USA, California, Napa Valley, Mt. Veeder Deep garnet with a purple halo. The nose is expressive, offering ripe black cherry, plum reduction, and cassis, layered with cedar, dark chocolate, and a hint of cracked black pepper. On the palate, it’s full-bodied a...

NV Boplaas Cape Tawny Port - South Africa, Klein Karoo, Calitzdorp Rich amber with warm copper tones. The nose exudes caramelized pecan, dried apricot, and toffee, accented by gentle orange marmalade and cinnamon. On the palate, it’s beautifully rounded and elegant, offering flavors of honeyed fig,...

NV JM Cellars Ruby Port - USA, Washington, Columbia Valley Deep ruby in color with a violet rim. The nose offers ripe blackberry, cherry compote, and baking spice, with underlying notes of cocoa and vanilla from extended barrel aging. On the palate, it’s plush and fruit-forward, with flavors of bla...

1985 Rutherford Hill Zinfandel Vintage Port - USA, California, Napa Valley Dark mahogany with a faded tawny edge. The nose shows mature aromas of dried fig, cedar, and molasses, accented by leather and a hint of balsamic. On the palate, it’s fully resolved, with smooth layers of prune, toasted waln...

1995 Carmenet Zinfandel Copa de Morado Port - USA, California, Sonoma County Deep garnet with a slightly hazy core. The nose reveals stewed blackberries, raisin, and vanilla bean, with hints of sweet pipe tobacco and baking spice. The palate is rich and dense, offering flavors of black cherry jam, ...

NV Heitz Cellar Port Ink Grade Vineyard - USA, California, Napa Valley Opaque ruby with a vibrant purple rim. The nose is bold and fruit-driven, featuring blackcurrant, licorice, and blackberry preserves, layered with hints of clove and vanilla. On the palate, it’s full-bodied and assertive, with d...

2014 Patterson Cellars Port Red Heaven Vineyard - USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Red Mountain Inky purple at the core, fading to ruby at the rim. The nose is vibrant and youthful, showing black cherry, fig, and dark chocolate, with accents of vanilla and sweet spice. The palate is plush and conc...

THAT'S NOT PORT - SAMMAMISH PORT CLUB - Sammamish, Washington (3/15/2025) Most Port lovers know that true Port only comes from one place: Portugal’s Douro Valley. Protected by international law, “Port” is a geographic designation, much like Champagne—if it’s not made in the Douro using traditional ...

2003 Kopke Porto White Colheita - Portugal, Douro, Porto Tasted blind in black glasses. The nose is a little confusing, as I get both red fruits like strawberry, but also get some hints of tropical notes. As this has gotten more air the tropical fruits are more pronounced, so I think this is likely...

1992 Vinhos Oscar Quevedo Porto Colheita - Portugal, Douro, Porto Bottled in 2019. Aromas of dried fig, orange peel, and toasted almond lead the nose, supported by hints of caramel, soft spice, and aged wood. The palate is smooth and gently textured, with flavors of golden raisin, hazelnut, and bur...

1991 J.H. Andresen Porto Colheita - Portugal, Douro, Porto Tasted blind in black glasses. The nose is clean and composed, with some noticeable oxidative notes, suggestive of a Tawny Port. I get some interesting dried apricot, golden raisin, and almond skin on the nose. On the palate, it's medium-bo...