The Allure of Port

Across a range of styles, these rarefied wines have never been better

Ramos-Pinto’s Bom Retiro vineyard in the Douro Valley, Portugal
The century-old Vinha do Rio parcel within Ramos-Pinto’s Bom Retiro vineyard (Nowism)

The 2023 vintage for Port will likely be rued by producers as a great year that almost happened. Late-season rains nicked what looked to be a stellar crop in the making, leading producers to eschew a general declaration. But there are bright spots. As has been the trend over the past decade-plus, single-quinta bottlings, sourced from individual vineyards and typically made in tiny quantities, provide some excellent wines. In addition, the tawny category is truly electric these days, providing ample opportunities to engage with this historic wine region.

Get senior editor James Molesworth’s tasting notes, scores and vintage analysis in his most recent tasting report on newly released 2023 Vintage Ports as well as tawny Ports and Late Bottled Vintage Ports tasted over the past year. 

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