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Porto Cruz

Porto Cruz Ruby Port

Name: Porto Cruz Ruby Port
Brand: Porto Cruz
Price: null USD
Rating: 4 (0 reviews)

Portugal, Douro

Red fortified wine

4.0

Expert Rating

3.7

Most Reviewed

Non-vintage

WINE DESCRIPTION

Porto Cruz Ruby Port is a delightful fortified wine produced in the Douro Valley, Portugal. This rich and vibrant wine is made from a blend of traditional grape varieties grown in the region's terraced vineyards. The winemaking process involves fermenting the grapes and then fortifying the wine with grape spirit to preserve its natural sweetness. The result is a luscious and full-bodied wine with flavors of ripe red fruits, dark chocolate, and a hint of spice. Porto Cruz Ruby Port is perfect for those seeking a smooth and indulgent wine to enjoy on its own or paired with desserts.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Porto Cruz Ruby Port is a delightful fortified wine with a rich and vibrant character.It is known for its deep ruby color and intense aromas of ripe red fruits, such as cherries and plums. On the palate, this port wine offers a luscious and velvety texture, with flavors of blackberries, dark chocolate, and a hint of spice. The Porto Cruz Ruby Port is well-balanced, with a good level of sweetness that is not overpowering. It has a smooth and lingering finish, making it a perfect choice for those who enjoy a slightly sweeter style of port. Pair this exquisite port wine with rich desserts, such as chocolate cake or berry tarts, to enhance its flavors. It can also be enjoyed on its own as a delightful after-dinner drink.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

Profile

Sweetness:

Sweet

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Very high

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Velvety

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (3)

Touriga Nacional

Tinta Barroca

ORIGINS

Winery: Porto Cruz

Region: Douro

The Douro Valley in Portugal is one of the oldest and most iconic wine regions in the world. Located in the north of the country, the region is renowned for its stunning scenery and its production of world-class fortified wines. The Douro Valley was first demarcated in 1756 and originally applied only to port production. It was extended to include table wine in 1979, with the first glimmer of the region’s potential for non-fortified still red wines appearing when port shippers Casa Ferreirinha launched Barca Velha in 1952. The focus on table wines did not take hold until the 1990’s, following Portugal’s accession to the EU.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.7

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