Fonseca
Porto Blanc
$17.05
About this winery
From its mythical 1840 vintage to the superb Vintage declared by Fonseca over the last decade, the house has produced an impressive series of exceptional vintages, even in the worst moments in the history of the trade. James Suckling, in his authoritative book on the subject, writes: "Fonseca's Vintage Port is perhaps, in its consistent, consistent quality, the greatest of all. Not only does it stand out in its youth for its fleshiness, opulence and power, but it retains that youthful freshness...
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Production notes
The wines are individually aged in oak barrels for about 3 years in order to acquire softness and character, then blended to produce a white port of typical style, both generous and full-bodied.
Tasting notes
Intense straw-yellow color . A rich and fragrant nose with aromas of soft fruit and hints of honey and oak. The palate is full-bodied and velvety with a lingering long finish . White port blends perfectly with seafood and goes particularly well with lobster, crab, mungo fish, swordfish or smoked fish appetizers such as salmon and oysters.