Port Wine

Discover the rich, complex flavors of port wine from Purdy’s Wine, where quality meets tradition. Our carefully curated selection features a variety of ports, from robust vintage to smooth tawny, each sourced from esteemed vineyards. Whether you’re a connoisseur or a casual enthusiast, Purdy’s offers expert advice to guide your choice, ensuring a delightful experience with every sip. Choose Purdy’s Wine for exceptional port that promises to elevate any occasion.

Purdy’s Wines offers fast and reliable shipping options to ensure your port wine arrives in perfect condition. We provide various shipping choices, including expedited and standard delivery, with secure packaging to protect your purchase. Plus, enjoy free shipping on orders over a certain amount, making it even more convenient to shop with us.

Ruby Port and Tawny Port are both fortified wines from Portugal, but they differ primarily in how they are aged and their flavor profiles. Ruby Port is aged for a shorter period in large tanks or barrels which preserve its deep red color and fruity flavors, typically showcasing notes of chocolate, cherry, and berry. It is often less expensive and intended to be consumed relatively young.

Tawny Port, on the other hand, is aged in wooden barrels for longer periods, allowing exposure to oxygen and gradual oxidation. This process imparts a golden-brown color and flavors that are nuttier and more complex, with hints of caramel, nuts, and dried fruit. Tawny Ports are often aged for specified times like 10, 20, 30, or over 40 years, each offering a different level of complexity and smoothness. Tawny Ports can also be enjoyed after longer bottle aging, evolving in flavor over time.

Store port wine in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. Keep the bottle upright to minimize oxidation and preserve its flavors. Ideal storage temperature is between 55°F and 68°F. Once opened, reseal tightly and consume within a few weeks for best taste.

Port wine, a fortified wine from Portugal, is enjoyed in various ways. Traditionally sipped as a dessert wine, it pairs excellently with cheeses like Stilton or dark chocolate, enhancing the rich flavors. Port can also be served as an aperitif, often chilled, to whet the appetite. For a creative twist, mix it into cocktails like the Porto Tonico, combining white port with tonic water and a slice of lemon. In cooking, port can be used to deglaze pans, adding depth to sauces for meats or enhancing fruit-based desserts. Its versatility makes it a favorite in both glasses and culinary dishes.