Pink Port wine

🌸 Pink Port: A Modern Twist on a Douro Classic

Pink Port, also known as Rosé Port, is one of the most exciting and contemporary styles in the world of Port wine. Introduced in the early 2000s, Pink Port was developed as a fresh, fruit-forward alternative that bridges tradition and innovation — appealing to a new generation of wine lovers.

Bright in color, expressive on the nose, and effortlessly drinkable, Pink Port is perfect for anyone looking to explore Port in a lighter, more playful way.

🍷 What Is Pink Port?

Pink Port is made from the same red grape varieties traditionally used in Ruby and Tawny Ports — such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, and Tinta Barroca. What makes it different is the way it’s made.

The grapes undergo minimal skin contact during fermentation (just 12–24 hours), much like a rosé wine. This limited contact gives Pink Port its delicate pink hue, rather than the deep reds of classic styles.

Once the color and flavor profile are just right, fermentation is halted with a neutral grape spirit, preserving natural sugars and raising the alcohol content to around 19–20% ABV.

🧁 Flavor Profile of Pink Port

Pink Port is all about freshness and fruit. Expect a lively bouquet of:

• 🍓 Strawberry

• 🍒 Ripe cherry

• 🍇 Raspberry

• 🌸 Hints of rose petals or orange blossom

The palate is sweet, but balanced by vibrant acidity, making it an ideal aperitif or cocktail base.

📌 Typical sugar content: 80–100 g/L — similar to Ruby Port in sweetness.

🍽️ How to Serve and Enjoy Pink Port

Pink Port is incredibly versatile:

🧊 Serve It:

• Chilled, in a white wine glass

• Over ice with a slice of orange or mint

• As a base for refreshing summer cocktails

🍸 Try It In:

• Pink & Tonic: Pink Port + tonic water + fresh berries

• Rosé Spritz: Pink Port + prosecco + soda + grapefruit

• Strawberry Fizz: Pink Port + lemon juice + soda + muddled fruit

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🧀 Pair It With:

• Goat cheese or young creamy cheeses

• Fruit desserts, berry tarts, or pavlova

• Light Asian dishes with a touch of spice

🌿 Viticulture & Vineyard Practices

Like all Port wines, Pink Port is rooted in the steep terraces of the Douro Valley, where schist soils, intense sun, and cool nights create the perfect microclimate for ripening grapes.

The white and red grape varieties used for Pink Port are farmed with precision:

• Careful pruning helps balance sugar and acidity

• Early picking preserves freshness

• Minimal maceration ensures the wine stays light and floral

✨ Why Pink Port Is Worth Discovering

Pink Port may be the newest style on the Port spectrum, but it’s no gimmick. It offers:

• A playful alternative to heavier Ports

• A flexible drink for cocktails, aperitifs, or dessert

• An accessible introduction to fortified wines

Whether you’re already a Port lover or just dipping your toe into the world of wine, Pink Port is a refreshing and exciting style worth exploring.

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