“Rather rich, sweet liquorice. Very hedonistic with a great balance of sweetness, acidity and tannin. As yet unfurled but impressive. Very successful.”
Founded in 1670, Warre’s is the first and the oldest British port company established in Portugal. By the end of the 18th century, Warre’s had become one of the leading port companies, shipping 2,937 pipes in 1791, 10% of the total sold by 21 companies in that year. Warre’s continues to be famous for its Vintage Ports, a reputation which began with its very fine late nineteenth and early twentieth century Vintages, this legacy has endured into the 21st century.
Today Warre’s sources its grapes from the beautiful Quinta da Cavadinha in the Pinhão Valley, as well as Quinta do Retiro, Quinta da Telhada, Quinta do Alvito and Quinta das Netas. Warre’s signature style is floral, fresh and elegant, reflecting the particular characteristics of these higher altitude vineyards.