The future of Douro reds – Old World blends vs. New World varietals
The production of high quality Douro reds is a relatively young endeavor, given impetus when the law requiring Ports to be aged …
Tawny Ports – Mastering the art of blending
It’s said that fruit-driven Vintage Ports reflect the vintage conditions and aged Tawnys reflect the Port House style which is a …
Wine Muse discovered in Portugal – the tempting images of the House of Ramos Pinto
When I gave winemaker Rui Cunha my card, he laughed and said that I would find the wine muses at Ramos Pinto, …
The perfect pairing – Port wine with savory foods
My trip to Porto and the Douro Valley in Portugal revealed a lesser-known fact: that sweet fortified wines can pair with savory …