The Perfect Port For Women: A Mother's Day Guide To Finding The Right

The Perfect Port Wine For Women

A Mother's Day guide to finding the right bottle of port wine.

Port wine is a timeless classic, loved for its rich flavours, versatility, and ability to elevate any occasion. Whether enjoyed as a sophisticated sip or mixed into a creative cocktail, there’s a Port for every taste and preference. With a variety of styles ranging from deep and complex to light and refreshing, this guide will help you find the perfect bottle for the special women in your life this Mother’s Day. Whether you're celebrating your mum, grandmother, or any mother figure, a thoughtful bottle of Port is a wonderful way to show appreciation.

For The Traditional Lady: A Classic Ruby Or Tawny Port

For those who appreciate the depth and heritage of fine wines, a Ruby or Tawny Port is a perfect match. Ruby Ports are vibrant, fruit-forward, and full-bodied, offering notes of dark berries, cherries, and a hint of spice. Tawny Ports, on the other hand, are aged for a longer period, developing smooth, nutty characteristics with caramel and dried fruit notes. These styles are best enjoyed neat, allowing their rich complexity to shine.

Recommended Choices:

Vista Alegre Ruby Port – A bold and velvety expression with intense red fruit notes.
Graham’s 10 Year Old Tawny Port – Smooth, with layers of dried fruits, nuts, and caramel.

Ruby Port

Fonseca Port Miniature Gift Set (Tawny, Ruby, White, Bin 27, Siroco) 5 x 5cl

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Fonseca Port Miniature Gift Set (Tawny, Ruby, White, Bin 27, Siroco) 5 x 5cl

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Fonseca Port Miniature Gift Set Limited edition port gift set, presented in a wooden box from Fonseca. The perfect gift for any port lover. Fonseca...

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Taylors Port Miniature Gift Set 4 x 5cl

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Fonseca Bin 27 Premium Reserve Port In Gift Tin

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Fonseca Bin 27 Premium Reserve Port In Gift Tin 75cl

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Fonseca Bin 27 Premium Reserve Port In Gift Tin Fonseca Bin No 27 was created over a century ago for family consumption, and only released commerci...

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Ferreira Ruby Port 75cl

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Ferreira Ruby Port Ferreira ruby port is a classic wine. Young and attractive, with the genuine flavour of the best wines produced in the Douro reg...

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Sandeman Founders Reserve Ruby Port 75cl

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Sandeman Founders Reserve Ruby Port Named in honour of the Founder, this Reserve is one of Sandeman´s greatest Portos. Selected from the finest lot...

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Tawny Port

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Graham's 10 Year Old Tawny Port In Branded Gift Tube 75cl

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Graham's 10 Year Old Tawny Port In Branded Gift Tube Graham's 10 Years Old Tawny Port is a tribute to craftsmanship. It epitomises the passion for ...

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Fonseca Port Miniature Gift Set (Tawny, Ruby, White, Bin 27, Siroco) 5 x 5cl

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Fonseca Port Miniature Gift Set Limited edition port gift set, presented in a wooden box from Fonseca. The perfect gift for any port lover. Fonseca...

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Graham's 20 Year Old Tawny Port In Branded Gift Tube 75cl

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Grahams 20 Year Old Tawny Port Grahams 20 year old tawny is the result of the Master Blender's quest for the perfect balance between young and aged...

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Kopke 10 Year Old Tawny Port Gift Boxed 75cl

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Kopke 10 Year Old Tawny Port Gift Boxed A rich and honeyed 10 year old tawny port from one of the Porto’s first port houses, Kopke An appealing go...

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Penfolds Grandfather 20 Year Old Rare Tawny In Luxury Gift Box 75cl

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Penfolds Grandfather 20 Year Old Rare Tawny The Grandfather name dates to 1915, when an oak cask containing the finest blend of available tawny was...

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For The Social Mum: Port-Based Cocktails

For the women who love to experiment with flavours and enjoy lively gatherings, Port makes an excellent cocktail ingredient. Its natural sweetness and depth add richness to mixed drinks without overpowering them. White Port is particularly refreshing, offering citrus and floral notes that pair beautifully with tonic water or other mixers. For cocktail inspiration, visit our Cocktail Page.

Cocktail Ideas:

White Port & Tonic – A crisp, refreshing alternative to the classic G&T.
Ruby Port Spritz – A fruity and effervescent cocktail that’s easy to sip.
Tawny Old Fashioned – A unique twist on the classic whiskey cocktail, using Tawny Port for added warmth.

Recommended Choices:

Taylor’s Chip Dry White Port – Perfect for light and refreshing cocktails.
Fonseca Bin 27 Ruby Port – Rich and fruity, great for mixing or sipping.

White Port

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Fonseca Port Miniature Gift Set (Tawny, Ruby, White, Bin 27, Siroco) 5 x 5cl

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Fonseca Port Miniature Gift Set Limited edition port gift set, presented in a wooden box from Fonseca. The perfect gift for any port lover. Fonseca...

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Taylors Port Miniature Gift Set 4 x 5cl

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Sandeman White Port 75cl

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Sandeman White Port A delicious port made from selected white grape varieties grown in the Northern Portugal's rugged Douro valley. Carefully made ...

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Fonseca Port Miniature Gift Set In Box 3 x 5cl

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Fonseca Port Miniature Gift Set In Box 3 x 5cl

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Fonseca Port Miniature Gift Set In Wooden Box A wonderful limited edition miniature port gift set, presented in a wooden box. Ideal as an entry in...

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Kopke 10 Year Old White Port 75cl

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Kopke 10 Year Old White Port Less well known and certainly underrated, white port is the perfect aperitif. This port from Kopke actually has an a...

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For The Mum Who Loves Sweet Treats: A Luxurious Dessert Port

For those who love a touch of indulgence, a Late Bottled Vintage (LBV) Port or a classic Tawny is a fantastic choice. These styles have a natural sweetness that pairs beautifully with desserts like chocolate, cheesecake, and fruit-based pastries. LBV Ports, aged longer than standard Ruby Ports, offer a more refined structure with notes of dark chocolate, blackberries, and spice. For the perfect pairing ideas, visit our Food & Drink Pairing Page.

Recommended Choices:

Dow’s Late Bottled Vintage Port – Lush and velvety, with dark fruit and cocoa notes.
Warre’s Otima 10 Year Old Tawny – A refined dessert Port with caramel and nutty elegance.

Late Bottled Vintage Port

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Warre's Late Bottled Vintage Port 2010 In Wooden Presentation Gift Box 75cl

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Warre's Late Bottled Vintage Port In Wooden Presentation Gift Box The highest awarded LBV port and presented in a luxury wooden gift box. Deep-col...

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Taylors LBV Port 2019 75cl

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Taylors LBV Port As usual, this LBV port shares the pedigree of the great Taylor vintage ports but is made in an approachable style. Ready for drin...

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Taylors Port Miniature Gift Set 4 x 5cl

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Fonseca Port Miniature Gift Set In Box 3 x 5cl

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Fonseca Port Miniature Gift Set In Wooden Box A wonderful limited edition miniature port gift set, presented in a wooden box. Ideal as an entry in...

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Kopke LBV Port 2020 75cl

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Kopke LBV Port A LBV wine of an exceptional quality, from a single harvest, bottling only takes place between the fourth and sixth year after the h...

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For The Collector: A Rare And Aged Vintage Port

For the mother figure who appreciates the finer things in life and enjoys collecting rare finds, a Vintage Port is the ultimate indulgence. These Ports are only made in exceptional years, offering incredible depth and the ability to age gracefully over decades. Best savoured on special occasions, they deliver an unmatched tasting experience with layers of dark fruits, chocolate, tobacco, and spice.

Recommended Choices:

Graham’s Vintage Port – A powerhouse of flavour with remarkable aging potential.
Quinta do Noval Nacional Vintage Port – Exceptionally rare and sought after by collectors.

Vintage Port

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Warre's Quinta Da Cavadinha Vintage Port 2010 In Wooden Gift Box 75cl

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Warre's Quinta Da Cavadinha 2010 Vintage Port In Wooden Gift Box This is a beautifully port gift from an award winning port house. Vintage port is ...

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Fonseca Guimaraens Vintage Port & Funnel

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Fonseca Guimaraens Vintage Port 2012 & Funnel 75cl

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Fonseca Guimaraens Vintage Port 2012 Very fine and beautifully balanced. The Fonseca Guimaraens vintage port 2012 combines the depth and richness o...

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Fonseca Quinta Do Panascal Port In Wooden Gift Box

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Fonseca Quinta Do Panascal Port 2008 In Wooden Gift Box 75cl

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Fonseca Quinta Do Panascal Port A fat, plump, luscious wine Full of rounded, ripe jammy fruit aromas Almost warm 'marmalada' like note to the nose...

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Graham's Quinta Dos Malvedos Vintage Port 2018 In Gift Box 75cl

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Graham's Quinta Dos Malvedos Vintage Port Quinta dos Malvedos, one of the Douro's greatest vineyard properties, has always been the heart of Graham...

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Dows Quinta Do Bomfim Vintage Port 2013 In Wooden Gift Box

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Dows Quinta Do Bomfim Vintage Port 2013 In Wooden Gift Box 75cl

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Dows Quinta Do Bomfim Vintage Port 2013 Presented in its own wooden gift case This port has a deep red colour with complex aromas of jammy red fru...

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Finding The Right Port for Mother’s Day

No matter her preference, there’s a Port to suit every taste and occasion. Whether she enjoys sipping a refined Tawny, mixing up a lively cocktail, or indulging in a luxurious Vintage Port, each bottle offers a unique experience to savour. Explore different styles, experiment with pairings, and give the gift of Port to celebrate the special women in your life this Mother’s Day.

Mother's Day Port Gifts

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Graham's 10 Year Old Tawny Port In Branded Gift Tube 75cl

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Warre's Late Bottled Vintage Port 2010 In Wooden Presentation Gift Box 75cl

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Fonseca Port Miniature Gift Set (Tawny, Ruby, White, Bin 27, Siroco) 5 x 5cl

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Fonseca Port Miniature Gift Set Limited edition port gift set, presented in a wooden box from Fonseca. The perfect gift for any port lover. Fonseca...

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Fonseca Guimaraens Vintage Port 2012 & Funnel 75cl

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Fonseca Guimaraens Vintage Port 2012 Very fine and beautifully balanced. The Fonseca Guimaraens vintage port 2012 combines the depth and richness o...

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Fonseca Quinta Do Panascal Port 2008 In Wooden Gift Box 75cl

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Fonseca Quinta Do Panascal Port A fat, plump, luscious wine Full of rounded, ripe jammy fruit aromas Almost warm 'marmalada' like note to the nose...

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