Notes of: Cocoa

Notes of: Plum

Notes of: Caramel

Notes of: Overripe Fruit

Notes of: Vanilla

Notes of: Blackcurrant

Ponte

N.V. Ponte Port

United States, South Coast California

Red fortified wine

4.6

Expert Rating

4.2

Regularly Reviewed

Non-vintage

WINE DESCRIPTION

Ponte Port is a renowned fortified wine that hails from the South Coast of California. Crafted with expertise and precision, this exquisite wine showcases the unique characteristics of the region's vineyards. Ponte Port is known for its luscious sweetness, balanced acidity, and velvety texture, making it a delightful choice for those seeking a luxurious and indulgent wine experience.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Ponte Port is a fortified wine that originates from California.This type of wine is known for its rich and sweet flavors, often accompanied by notes of dried fruits, caramel, and chocolate. Ponte Port is aged in oak barrels, which contributes to its complex and smooth character. The aging process allows the wine to develop a deep ruby color and a velvety texture. It is often enjoyed as a dessert wine due to its sweetness and higher alcohol content. When tasting Ponte Port, you can expect a luscious mouthfeel with a balanced acidity that helps to counterbalance the sweetness. The flavors are concentrated and intense, with a long and lingering finish. It pairs well with a variety of desserts, such as chocolate-based desserts, fruit tarts, or creamy cheeses.

EXPERT RATING

4.6

Profile

Sweetness:

Semi-sweet

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Very high

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Refreshing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Smooth

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Zinfandel

ORIGINS

Winery: Ponte

Region: South Coast California

The South Coast of California is a wine lover's paradise, boasting some of the most diverse and exciting wines in the world. It is known as the seat of Californian viticulture, with Father Junipero Serra setting up the first mission there in 1769. Before the Prohibition era, it had the biggest wine industry in California. The South Coast of California has a long and storied history of winemaking. The region was first planted with vines in the late 1700s, when Spanish missionaries planted the first vineyards in the area. Since then, the region has become a major player in the California wine industry, producing some of the most sought-after wines in the world.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.2

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