Pete Posted September 26, 2008 Share Posted September 26, 2008 I don't know much about Port, other than I am starting to enjoy it. I would like to buy a few bottles to have for "everyday" drinking. Does anybody have any recommendations for inexpensive Port? What do you enjoy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeanMike Posted September 26, 2008 Share Posted September 26, 2008 Do you know if you prefer tawny or vintage port? I have to be honest for me - I prefer vintage, and I typically keep a bottle of Horton's vintage port around because it's tasty and has a good price point for what I've found so far. Though King Family shipped me two bottles of their "7" which I haven't tried yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Banco Posted September 26, 2008 Share Posted September 26, 2008 For a good everyday Port, I would go with an LBV (Late Bottled Vintage). The quality of these relative to price tends to be better than for vintage ports, and they are more widely available. Taylor Fladgate and Warre produce good examples. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sthitch Posted September 26, 2008 Share Posted September 26, 2008 This thread reminds me that with the weather turning chilly it is time to stand-up a couple the older bottles, order a round of Stilton and prepare to crack the neck on a bottle of '63 Smith Woodhouse. Port and brisk wind are a match made in heaven. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Riley Posted September 27, 2008 Share Posted September 27, 2008 For a good everyday Port, I would go with an LBV (Late Bottled Vintage). The quality of these relative to price tends to be better than for vintage ports, and they are more widely available. Taylor Fladgate and Warre produce good examples. I second that. L.B.V.'s are the bargains, especially if they are from declared vintage years. If you like the drier styles of Porto, go with Dow. If you prefer the sweeter style, go with Graham's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vickie Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 This seems to be my week for recommending former employers. It won't help in the short run, but if you want to taste a lot of port to get a better handle on what you like, you should go to Arrowine's annual port tasting. It is the first Saturday in December (that's why I said it won't help in the short run). They usually have between 20 and 30 ports open from various producers in all different price ranges. Bring a notepad to take notes. After, 20 - 30 ports, you may forget which of the early ones you liked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtpleasanteater Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 I'll agree that LBVs are your best bet at the low end. I really like tawny port and have yet to find anything cheaper than 50 that I enjoy at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deangold Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 I'll agree that LBVs are your best bet at the low end. I really like tawny port and have yet to find anything cheaper than 50 that I enjoy at all. We are pouring Smith Woodhouse 20 year Tawney and it should come in at retail for around $50 or maybe less. Their LBV is currently a 91! The Lodge Reserve is fine stuff and not a lot of money. I am impressed with the entire line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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