Port vs Sherry: Which Will You Pick?

If you’re wondering about the differences between Sherry and Port, then you’re in the right place! Port and Sherry are fortified wines but use different grapes and winemaking methods. Port is sweet, full-bodied, with dark fruit, licorice, and leather. Sherry is dry or sweet, low acid, with citrus and nuts. Port is higher in alcohol […]

What Is Madeira Wine?

Madeira offers wine lovers a unique drink that has a rich connection to the past worthy of exploration. Madeira is a sweet, fortified wine made on Portugal’s island of Madiera. Madeira’s unique winemaking process heats the wine during aging, creating flavors of caramel, dried citrus peel, hazelnut, and praline.  Here’s an overview of what Madeira […]