Porto Fonseca

Porto Fonseca

Porto Fonseca is one of the very best Ports in the Douro area . That's why we're writing a blog to give an insight into the winery. Fonseca's story is deeply rooted in the history of the country. The wines produced here bear the stamp of expertise and craftsmanship.

Porto Fonseca and David Guimaraerns

One of the most important people at the winery is David Guimaraerns. He has been in charge of the winery since 1991. Not only is he technical director, but he is also head winemaker at renowned wineries:

  • Taylor's Port
  • Croft Port

Taylor's Port Logo

These wineries are examples of high-quality Port houses. David is a key figure in this and ensures quality control.

Fonseca Vintage Port : A Birth Wine

One of the most beautiful Ports, or the most beautiful Port from Fonseca, is the Fonseca Vintage Port. This wine is only produced in the best years and is ideally suited as a birth wine due to its long maturing potential. Some vintage Ports are still delicious to drink at 50 years old.

With its deep color, complex aromas and intense flavors, the Fonseca Vintage Port is a must to drink. Over the years, the great depth diminishes and the taste tends towards a nuttier character.

Fonseca Porto Vintage

Porto Fonseca: Port Ideal as a storage wine

Porto Fonseca therefore has a number of Ports with a rich and concentrated taste and a long maturing potential. These port wines have been considered ideal cellaring wines because they increase in complexity and depth over the years. Whether you open a bottle of Fonseca Guimaraens Port or a Fonseca Vintage Port, you can be sure that you will have a unique and unforgettable wine experience.

Fonseca Vintage Port 2003

Symbol of quality

In the heart of Portugal, in the region where port wines originated, Fonseca remains a symbol of excellence and craftsmanship. The winery makes excellent wines that can be used as birth wine. Because what could be better than starting your wine adventure with a great vintage Port from Porto Fonseca?

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