Portugal, (Douro DOC)

Tinta Barroca, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional, & others
19%

 

The first vintage of Broadbent port was produced in 1994, when Bartholomew Broadbent, after spearheading the port revival in the U.S. and Canada, launched his own brand. That inaugural vintage was voted best-in-show at a comprehensive tasting of vintage port during the Aspen Food & Wine Classic. Broadbent port is made, to Broadbent’s specifications, by the esteemed winemaker Dirk Niepoort.

TASTING NOTES: Good depth of color. The best tawnies show some good fruit on the nose. The palate is rich, long and deep. Serve at room temperature or on the rocks. Can be kept open for several months.

FOOD PAIRINGS: Due to its sweet to semi-sweet character, nutty nuances, dried apricots, and spiced toffee aromatics, Tawny Ports are a natural pairing for all sorts of nutty delights. Think pecan pie, almond biscotti, or regionally-inspired Portuguese salted almond cake, or caramel covered cheesecake.

Portugal, (Madeira DOC)

98% Tinta Negra, 2% other regional red varieties
19%

 

Begun in 1996, Broadbent Madeira was inspired by Bartholomew Broadbent’s father, Michael Broadbent, who called Madeira his “desert island wine,” and who played a crucial role in sourcing the wines and establishing the blends. Bartholomew Broadbent, who spent more than a decade reintroducing Madeira to the U.S. market, was determined to create a line of Madeiras to compete with the best in the world.

TASTING NOTES: The Rainwater Madeira has a light, toffee-scented bouquet with hints of creme brulee. There are subtle notes of marzipan, raisin and fresh fig that are well-defined and become voluminous with aeration. The palate is sweet and spicy on the entry. It is understated at first with smoked walnut, nougat, cumin and Chinese 5-spice and it builds gently towards a harmonious, beautifully balanced finish with traces of red chillies, dried honey and walnuts.

FOOD PAIRINGS: Fatty meats, creamy soups, custards, souffles and rich cheeses. This acidity also helps Madeira work with citrus in some sauces and compotes.

Portugal, (Douro DOC)
Malvasia Fina, Códega, Rabigato, Gouveio
19.5%

The white port for all Porto Tonicos - a little lemon and basil or a little lime and mint and you have a low alcohol, refreshing cocktail. We always recommend the lime-based Swaan tonic from Badenhorst. Honey, nutty, perfectly sweet.

 

TASTING NOTES: Golden color with a very good nose and honey aromas. Palate is sweet and nutty. This wine can be served at room temperature but is best chilled. It can be served strait up or on the rocks with tonic water and twist of lime.

 

FOOD PAIRINGS: A wine to pair with all kinds of foods, especially chorizos, embutidos, roast pork, spicy foods, any dish with alot of pimenton.

Portugal, (Madeira DOC)
100% Tinta Negra
19%

 

Leacock's is a historic name in the world of Port wine. Founded in 1760 by John Leacock, Leacock's is one of the oldest producers of Madeira wine, a fortified wine produced on the Portuguese island of Madeira. The company is known for its high-quality Madeira wines, including both dry and sweet varieties.

TASTING NOTES: Very mature and stewed red and black fruits of blackberry, cherry, and over ripe baked strawberry. Notes of fruit quickly overtaken by notes of butterscotch and slight turpentine. Palate matches the nose with additional notes of cured tobacco and candied fruits. Full bodied with great acidity and a long finish.

FOOD PAIRINGS: Madeira’s powerful acidity cuts through fat, making it a noble companion to fatty meats, creamy soups, custards, souffles and rich cheeses.

Portugal, (Douro DOC)
45% Touriga Nacional, 30% Sousão, 10% Touriga Franca, 15% Old Vine Blend
19.27%

Ramos Pinto is a distinguished Portuguese Port wine producer with a rich history dating back to 1880. Founded by Adriano Ramos Pinto, the company quickly gained recognition for its exceptional quality Ports and innovative marketing strategies. Ramos Pinto is renowned for its commitment to producing high-quality Ports using traditional methods combined with modern techniques. 

 

TASTING NOTES: Dark red color, dense, vivid and quite opaque. Intensely perfumed and complex bouquet redolent of wild red berries (cherry, raspberry and blackcurrant) associated with delicate floral notes (violets) and balsamic hints. On the palate, cherry flavors are confirmed and combine with suggestions of cocoa and eucalyptus. A fresh, balanced, very aromatic wine with silky tannins and a fruit driven finish.

FOOD PAIRINGS: Goes well with game dishes, red meat, cheese soufflé, Serra cheese or other fatty cheeses and chocolate desserts.