🍷 Rosé Port
A new, light pink Port that appeared in 2008.
Rosé Port is the youngest style of Port. It was first released in 2008 and was soon officially recognised by the Douro and Port Wine Institute. Like all Port, it is made in the Douro valley in northern Portugal from local red grapes.
The technique is similar to rosé wine: the grapes stay on their skins only briefly, so the juice turns pink rather than deep red. Then, as with all Port, fermentation is stopped with grape spirit. Sugar remains, and the wine is sweet and strong, usually around 19%. There is no long cask ageing, so the taste is fresh and fruity, with notes of strawberry, raspberry and cherry.
Rosé Port was designed as a light, fashionable drink for a younger audience. It is served well chilled, over ice, with tonic or in cocktails. For Port this is a new approach, since the wine is usually tied to long ageing and evenings by the fire. Like any fortified wine, it is best enjoyed in moderation.
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Frequently asked questions
When did Rosé Port appear?
In 2008. It is the newest official style of Port.
How is Rosé Port served?
Well chilled, over ice, with tonic or in cocktails. It suits fruit and light desserts.
Is Rosé Port sweet?
Yes, fermentation is stopped with spirit, so some grape sugar remains. Alcohol is about 19%.
Similar
🍷 Crusted Port · 🍷 Garrafeira Port · 🍷 White Port · 🍷 Ruby Port · 🍷 Late Bottled Vintage Port · 🍷 Tawny Port
⚠️ Wine contains alcohol: adults only, drink in moderation. Wine usually contains sulphites; egg white or milk proteins are sometimes used for fining — important for allergies and for vegans.