Notes of: Cedar

Notes of: Pear

Notes of: Caramel

Notes of: Quince

Notes of: Almond

Notes of: Lemon Zest

Sandeman

Sandeman White Porto

Portugal, Douro

White fortified wine

4.0

Expert Rating

3.5

Most Reviewed

Non-vintage

WINE DESCRIPTION

Sandeman White Porto is a distinguished and versatile fortified wine produced by Sandeman, a legendary winery with a rich history dating back to 1790. Known for its iconic silhouette logo and a reputation for crafting high-quality port wines, Sandeman's White Porto exemplifies the winery's commitment to excellence and innovation. This White Porto is made from a blend of white grape varieties indigenous to the Douro Valley, Portugal's esteemed wine region renowned for its port production. The grapes are carefully selected and fermented, then fortified with grape spirit to halt fermentation and preserve the wine's natural sweetness. Sandeman's White Porto is aged in wooden casks, following traditional methods, to develop its flavor profile and smoothness.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Sandeman White Porto shines with a pale straw color, offering an enticing aroma of ripe citrus fruits, delicate floral notes, and a hint of toasted almonds, indicative of its aging process.On the palate, it is pleasantly sweet but balanced with vibrant acidity, revealing flavors of fresh apple, pear, and a subtle hint of vanilla. The texture is smooth and velvety, leading to a refreshing and elegant finish. This White Porto's complexity and finesse make it incredibly versatile, enjoyable on its own as a chilled aperitif or as a key ingredient in cocktails. I

EXPERT RATING

4.0

Profile

Sweetness:

Sweet

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Very high

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Full

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Refreshing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Gentle

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (3)

Malvasia Fina

Viosinho

ORIGINS

Winery: Sandeman

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

3.5

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