by Debbie | Nov 8, 2024 | port, wine
In a recent interview, Carla Tiago, one of the talented winemakers from the historic Kopke 1638 Port House, shared insights into the storied tradition and innovation behind one of Portugal’s most celebrated port houses. Established in 1638, Kopke has pioneered the art...
by Debbie | Oct 29, 2018 | halloween, port
Snickers is one of my all time favorite candy bars. Growing up I would take them from my sister and brother’s Halloween candy because they didn’t eat them. Something about the peanut, chocolate and caramel. Even today, I’ll grab a Snickers at the check-out if I’m...
by Debbie | Jan 17, 2013 | Croft, port, Taylor Fladgate, Vintage Port
It’s not every day I drink a glass of Port. Lately, I’ve been enjoying it! There is something about winter and Port. Maybe because my house is always so cold and an evening glass of Port warms me up. Something to note – when opening a Vintage Port...
by Debbie | May 18, 2012 | douro valley, port, porto, travel to Portugal, wine tour Portugal
There are three primary zones of production in the Douro for Port. The Baixo Corgo region where Regua produces lighter wines due to the cooler, wetter weather it experiences and represent 45% of Douro’s plantings. As you travel further inland to Cima Corgo,...
by Debbie | May 18, 2012 | douro valley, port, porto, travel to Portugal, wine tour Portugal
There are three primary zones of production in the Douro for Port. The Baixo Corgo region where Regua produces lighter wines due to the cooler, wetter weather it experiences and represent 45% of Douro’s plantings. As you travel further inland to Cima Corgo,...
by Debbie | May 18, 2012 | douro valley, port, porto, travel to Portugal, wine tour Portugal
There are three primary zones of production in the Douro for Port. The Baixo Corgo region where Regua produces lighter wines due to the cooler, wetter weather it experiences and represent 45% of Douro’s plantings. As you travel further inland to Cima...
