White Port is a fortified wine made from white grapes such as Malvasia and Gouveio in Portugal's Douro Valley. Known for its versatility, White Port can be served as an aperitif or in cocktails like the popular Port and Tonic. White Port is available in both dry and sweet styles, with the sweetest version being known as "Lagrima" due to its rich viscosity.

White Port has gained enormous populartity over recent years and is now the fastest growing category of Port. White Port is made from white grapes native to the Douro Valley such as Malvasia, Viosinho and Gouveio and many more depending on the producer. The fortification process is largely the same as for red Port but there is little or no maceration of the grapes. Generally, White Port is made in two styles dry and sweet. The sweet version is the traditional style of White Port and tends to be rich and grapey. The sweetest examples are known as `lagrima' (tear) after the viscosity of the wine in the glass. Examples of these may last as long as some of the red vintage ports and make an excellent aperitif. Since 2022 age classifications of 10, 20, 30, 40 and 50 years old can be used.

How to Serve White Port

White Port is best when served chilled either as an aperitif with a plate of nuts, or as a cocktail with tonic water.

Best White Port Cocktails

The most famous White Port cocktail is the Port and Tonic. This refreshing drink is made by mixing White Port with tonic water, served over ice and garnished with citrus fruits. To mix up your own at home, fill a highball glass or wine glass with ice. Add 50ml of white Port, top up with 100ml of a quality tonic water and stir gently to mix. Garnish with a slice of orange or lemon. Add a leaf of mint to finish