Port how long last

Both ingredients help shield the wine against the ravages of time if only they could do the same for humans. Most sealed ports will survive well for decades. That said, unlike humans, not many will improve with age. Tawny, ruby and late-bottled vintage ports, the most popular styles, typically do not mature in bottle. They're effectively embalmed.

These wines are bottled with their unfiltered sediment, which helps them evolve and yield prized secondary nuances. Served cool, or chilled, in a red wine glass it will make the sun shine on a dull day, the rain taste like nectar and melt the big chill.

While Port has a heritage of being served at the end of a good meal, it also is known for its history as an aperitif or consumed on its own as an alternative to a sparkling or still wine.

In the last decades, Sandeman Port has grown in popularity as a wine to match with food such as foie-gras or chocolate desserts while in the aperitif category, Port has been widely recognized as an influential part of a number of classic cocktails, leading many mixologists to experiment in the widest range of mixed drinks and creative cocktails. A bottle of Port has the advantage over a regular wine of having a longer open bottle shelf life.

Depending on the style it can be kept for 4 to 12 weeks once opened. Like most natural wines, storage is an important consideration. An open bottle of Port will last longer if stored in a cool, dark environment, away from direct lights which tend to heat the bottle. Ports can be stored in a refrigerator or in a ViniCave. It is the diversity of Port styles which I enjoy most. The possibility to drink a wonderfully cool Sandeman 20 Year Old Tawny as the final treat of the evening, or as a Sandeman royale cocktail at the beginning of the evening.

Or a sangria made with Founders Reserve, with ice and orange slices. It seems to me that there is always a style for the moment. And it makes the mundane moment special! The heritage of Sandeman has created a unique style. Always respecting tradition, there is a clear track of innovation in the wines, the brand, and the communication. The recent change to disruptive clear glass bottles to show off the distinctive colors of our Aged Tawny Ports is a clear indication of the tradition of innovation.

On the other hand, a tawny port can retain its quality for up to 3 months. In contrast, vintage ports start losing their quality quickly once they come in contact with oxygen. Hence, the general idea is, the older the port, the faster you should try and finish it.

After a certain period, all port wine starts losing its quality. You can use your sense of sight, smell, and taste to easily tell if port has gone bad. Due to constant oxidation, port tends to lose its strength. This results in changes in color as well as flavor.

You may notice your white port turning into a brownish color. Red port may start appearing lighter in color, or sometimes even orange. Hence, if you notice the same, it is better to discard the entire port content immediately. If your port gives off an odd aroma, it clearly means that it is not safe for consumption. Finally, the last thing you can do is take a small taste test. Sometimes, port may become extremely oxidized, which may turn the wine into vinegar. Port is one of the most versatile wines out there with a rich history.

Once opened, make sure to store your port bottles upright in the refrigerator at around the same temperature. All opened port wine can last for up to three months except for vintage port. In the case of vintage wine, the older its age, the faster you should consume it.