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Christening Port Wine Gifts

Choosing a special gift to mark a christening can be difficult, you want something meaningful, personal, and lasting. A carefully selected bottle of Port is a beautiful way to commemorate the arrival of a new child. When laid down at birth or christening, the Port matures gracefully over many years and becomes a treasured keepsake to open on a milestone birthday, graduation, or even a wedding day.

It’s a tradition that has been cherished for generations, offering both sentiment and lasting value.

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Taylors Quinta De Vargellas Vintage Port 2019 Gift Boxed
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Taylors Quinta De Vargellas Vintage Port 2019 75cl

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Taylors Quinta De Vargellas Vintage Port 2019 The Taylors Quinta De Vargellas vintage port 2019 is made using grapes grown at Quinta De Vargellas, ...

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Taylors Quinta Terra Feita Vintage Port 2019 In Wooden Gift Box 75cl

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Taylors Quinta Terra Feita Vintage Port Like those of Vargellas, the wines of the beautiful old property of Terra Feita are an essential component ...

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Taylors Vintage Port 2003 Gift Boxed
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Taylors Vintage Port 2003 75cl - First Port Wine in Space

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Taylors Vintage Port 2003 August 2022 witnessed the culmination of an extraordinary collaboration between Taylor's and space researchers as they em...

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Taylors Vintage Port 2017
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Taylors Vintage Port 2017 75cl

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Taylors Vintage Port 2017 A beautifully delineated wine, with the hallmark Taylor’s poise and definition and the tantalising promise of pleasures s...

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Taylors Very Old Single Harvest 1970 Vintage Port In Wooden Gift Box
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Taylors Very Old Single Harvest 1970 Vintage Port In Wooden Gift Box 75cl

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Taylors Very Old Single Harvest 1970 Vintage Port In Wooden Gift Box Taylor's Port holds one of the most extensive reserves of very old cask aged ...

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Taylors Vintage Port 2018 75cl

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Taylors Vintage Port 2018 Taylor’s is one of the most esteemed port houses, established in 1692 by Job Bearsley. Today, the estate is overseen by A...

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Taylors, Fonseca, Croft Vintage Port 2017 Trio Collection Pack
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Taylors, Fonseca, Croft Vintage Port 2017 Trio Collection Pack 3 x 75cl

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Taylors, Fonseca, Croft Vintage Port 2017 Trio Collection Pack A delight for any port lover, this beautifully crafted wooden box houses three wines...

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Taylors Vintage 2003 Port 75cl

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Taylors Vintage 2003 Port Founded in 1692, Taylors is one of the most prestigious Port houses, celebrated for wines of exceptional richness, struct...

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Taylors Vintage Port 2009
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Taylors Vintage Port 2009 75cl

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Taylors Vintage Port 2009 A wine which manages to combine the massive structure and powerful fruitiness of the 2009 harvest with elegance, poise an...

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Taylors Quinta De Vargellas Vinha Velha Vintage Port 2017 Gift Boxed
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Taylors Quinta De Vargellas Vinha Velha Vintage Port 2017 Gift Boxed 75cl

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Taylors Quinta De Vargellas Vinha Velha Vintage Port 2017 This exclusive wine is beautifully packaged in a luxurious gift box, adding an extra touc...

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Taylors Quinta De Vargellas Vinha Velha Vintage Port 2017 75cl

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Taylors Quinta De Vargellas Vinha Velha Vintage Port 2017 Quinta De Vargellas is pre-eminent among the wine estates of the Douro. Found in the wild...

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Taylors Quinta De Vargellas Vintage Port 2022
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Taylors Quinta De Vargellas Vintage Port 2022 75cl

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Taylors Quinta De Vargellas Vintage Port 2022 The Fladgate Partnership marked St George’s Day by announcing the release of a vintage ports from 202...

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Taylors Quinta De Vargellas Vintage Port Gift Boxed 2022 75cl

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Taylors Quinta De Vargellas Vintage Port Gift Boxed 2022 Presented in a premium black gift box, engraved in gold with the ‘Secret Bottle Shop’ logo...

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Taylors Sentinels Vintage Port 2022 75cl

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Taylors Sentinels Vintage Port 2022 Taylor's introduces Sentinels Vintage Port, crafted from four of its historic vineyards in the Pinhao Valley: T...

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Taylors Quinta De Vargellas Vinha Velha Vintage Port 2017 Case Of 3 x 75cl

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Taylors Quinta de Vargellas Vinha Velha Vintage Port 2017 Case Of 3 Elevate your port collection with a case of 3 Taylors Quinta De Vargellas Vinha...

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Why Choose Vintage Port For A Christening Gift?

When selecting a bottle intended to be opened 18 or 21 years later, Vintage Port stands out as the most traditional and reliable option.

  • Exceptional ageing potential: Vintage Port is one of the few wines made to improve over decades. Properly cellared, it develops deeper flavours, more complexity, and a velvety smoothness with time.
  • Deep-rooted tradition: For generations, families in Britain have celebrated a birth or christening by laying down a case of Vintage Port for the future.
  • Emotional significance: The bottle becomes more meaningful as the years pass, creating a shared story between the giver and the child.
  • Potential value increase: Vintages from respected houses and good harvest years can appreciate in financial value as well as in quality.

How To Choose The Right Vintage

A few simple considerations will help you select a Port that will age gracefully until the child reaches adulthood.

  • Match the birth year: A Port from the child’s birth year adds a personal and meaningful touch.
  • Look for declared vintages: Only certain years are officially declared for Vintage Port, meaning the harvest was exceptional and the wine is built for long ageing. Checking whether the birth year was declared, or choosing a nearby high-quality vintage, ensures longevity.
  • Pick a trusted producer: Houses such as Taylor’s, Graham’s, Fonseca, and others have long-standing reputations for consistency and craftsmanship.
  • Plan for storage: Long-term ageing requires stable, cool, dark conditions. Parents may use home cellars, wine fridges, or professional storage facilities to keep the bottle in ideal condition.

Christening Port FAQS

How long will a Vintage Port last?

Properly stored, Vintage Port can age for 20, 30, 40 years or more. For a christening gift, it will be in excellent condition when the child reaches 18 or 21.

Can I store the bottle at home?

Yes as long as conditions are stable. A cool, dark place with a steady temperature is ideal. A wine fridge or home cellar works well. If in doubt, professional wine storage is a safe option.

Want to learn more? Read our How To Store Port Wine

What if the child’s birth year wasn’t a declared vintage?

This is common. Simply choose a nearby declared vintage or a high-quality single-quinta Vintage Port. It will still make a meaningful and long-lasting gift.

Should the bottle be opened at 18 or 21?

Either is appropriate. Many families wait until the child’s 21st, but it depends on the wine and personal preference. Vintage Port is often drinking beautifully at both ages.

Do you offer engraving or personalised gift messages?

Yes we can personalise your port gift with engraving, a gift note, or special packaging to mark the occasion.

Which Port styles are not suitable for laying down?

Not all Ports improve with decades in the cellar. Avoid these styles for a long-term christening gift:

  • Tawny Port: Already barrel-aged and ready to drink; won’t develop further in the bottle.
  • Ruby Port: Bright and fruity but not built for long-term ageing.
  • Late Bottled Vintage (LBV): Delicious and approachable, but intended for earlier drinking rather than decades of maturation.