Royal Oporto White Porto / 19% / 0.75l

The company began its activity as Real Companhia Velha already in 1756, by decree of King D. José I, and the idea and initiator was the Prime Minister Sebastião José de Carvalho e Melo, Count of Oeiras and Marquis of Pombal. It brought together the most important farmers of the Douro Valley, as well as many prominent citizens of the city of Porto, who were entrusted with the task of "maintaining the cultivation of vines, preserving their natural production and purity, for the benefit of agriculture, trade and public health". Another important stage not only of the company, but even of the entire history of winemaking, was the administrative separation of the Douro River Valley in 1761 and the establishment of regulations for it defining the rules for the cultivation, production and trade of wine.

The company's dynamic development was ensured by the establishment of trade relations with Tsarist Russia, where significant cargoes of this wine flowed between Portuguese and Baltic ports, guaranteeing the company a continuous and significant increase in turnover. The continuity of these activities was also aimed at weakening the dominance of Great Britain in the wine trade. In 2016, the company celebrated 260 years of activity, being known worldwide as the Royal Oporto Wine Company.

White port composed of Malvasia Fina, Gouveio, Codega, Arinto and Viosinho grapes. The wines used in this product are rigorously selected so that, while maintaining lightness, you can enjoy the exceptional structure and fullness of flavors. It is aged for 2 to 4 years in large barrels made of locally grown oak and chestnut trees. On the nose it is very fresh and pleasant, dominated by aromas of citrus and yellow fruits. On the palate, despite its youth, it is well balanced, with an emerging flavor of raisins. The finish is long and expressive, with a lasting sweet aftertaste.

It tastes best served at a temperature of 11-12 degrees. Perfect as an aperitif, served alone, or with olives, roasted almonds or a slice of orange. In culinary combinations, it works well with desserts or cheeses.