Cálem Port Wine Fine White, 0.375l

The Cálem Porto Fine White is a white Port wine from the traditional house of Cálem. It fundamentally differs from red Port wines (Ruby and Tawny), as it is made exclusively from white grapes from the Douro Valley and focuses on freshness and aromatic complexity.

General Characteristics

• Product Type: White Port wine (White Port)

• Category: Fine White Port (often with a pleasant sweetness/off-dry)

• Origin: Douro Valley (Portugal)

• Alcohol Content: Typically $19,5\%$ Vol.

• Grape Varieties: A blend of traditional white Douro grape varieties, such as Malvasia Fina, Rabigato, Viosinho, and Verdelho.

Aging and Color

• Aging: The Fine White ages for at least two to three years in large oak barrels or stainless steel tanks. The aging period is shorter and occurs in larger vessels than for Tawny, to preserve its fresh, fruity, and floral characteristics.

• Color: Bright straw yellow to golden yellow, often with slightly greenish reflections.

Sensory Profile and Taste

The Cálem Fine White is known for its aromatic and approachable style:

• Aroma (Nose): Rich and perfumed bouquet, dominated by floral notes (white flowers) and tropical fruits (like papaya, ripe mango, or apricot). It has an invigorating freshness on the nose.

• Taste (Palate): Soft, full-bodied, and elegant. The sweetness is well-balanced and supported by a slight acidity. One tastes intense fruit aromas with nuances of honey and almonds.

• Finish: Deliciously fruity, fresh, and balanced.

Serving Recommendation

White Port is extremely versatile, but is primarily enjoyed as an aperitif:

• Serving Temperature: Well-chilled, ideally between 8∘Cand10∘C.

• Classic Aperitif: Neat and chilled.

• Port Tonic: It is ideal as the base for the popular cocktail Port Tonic (one part White Port, three parts tonic water, ice, and a slice of lemon or lime).

• Food Pairing: Perfect with light appetizers, nuts (especially almonds), or desserts based on fresh salads or tropical fruits.