If you can spend some extra pennies we would recommend you to buy Hwagui Vampire Wine Glasses as they are lead free, stylish and sturdy. And if you want something affordable yet durable, then you should choose Final Touch WGP400 Port Sipper

Most wines will go off within a few days of opening, but Port can last for much longer, depending on the style. Vintage Ports are best consumed within a few days, but Reserve and Tawny Ports should last a few weeks in the fridge. With a wide variety of unusual and quirky port wine glasses now available on the market, each proclaiming to deliver the ultimate drinking experience through their individual design and shape, we can at last say goodbye to the Paris goblet and thimble-sized port glass. Port wine lovers are now able to appreciate a decent measure of their favourite drink in well proportioned, quality glasses that make the most of the rich aromas and full bodied flavour of a vintage port. Instances of damage in transit are very rare and we do all we can to ensure your item reaches you in perfect condition, however please ensure you familiarize yourself with the terms and conditions detailed below regarding your acceptance of goods delivered from The Orchard:Port glasses are a lot smaller than wine glasses as port has a much stronger flavour. Port glasses usually hold around 100ml of liquid, and although bigger port glasses are available, traditional glasses will hold just a few sips. Design With Port, you don’t need to take a big mouthful at a time. Those who want to know how to drink Port need to approach it like a fine Brandy: with small sips. You want just enough that you get those delicious fruity and berry flavours. It is best to serve Port in standard wine glasses. Port is often served in very small glasses, but a wine glass is much better at capturing and enhancing the aromas. Find out more about different wine glasses here. While some port glasses can be cleaned in the dishwasher, most people tend to clean them by hand. Sadly, port sipper glasses are the hardest to clean and will need to be hand washed. Port Glasses FAQ What is a port glass and how to use it? The addition of many varieties of grapes lends a wide variety of flavours to the Port. Some grapes bring berry flavours, while others have chocolate, fig, or cinnamon flavours. What is the history of Port?

For Rosé and White Port, you want to go a bit colder: 4-10 C. These lighter Ports are better enjoyed very cold. In Portugal, White Port is often enjoyed with tonic as an aperitif. The shape also allows the glass to sit neatly in the palm of the hand where the liquid can be slightly warmed. Connoisseurs recommend that many fortified wines, such as port, be consumed at around 18 degrees to enhance the aromas, taste and flavour of the drink for perfect enjoyment. Accompaniments and accessories Vintage Port is usually the most expensive Port. It is made in tiny quantities from the best grapes, and only in the very best years. It is aged for two years before being released but can improve for decades in the bottle. As Port ages, there are an even wider array of flavours, including green peppercorn, hazelnut, figs, almond, and butterscotch. Pairing Port with Food: What to pair with Port?

Your new port glasses are unlikely to be used on an everyday basis, so durability isn’t quite so important. Crystal glasses tend to be more fragile, but their elegance and style more than makes up for this. Borosilicate glass is very long lasting. Port sipper glasses can be fragile, so if durability is important, you may want to opt for a simpler design. Ease of Cleaning Once you are satisfied that your item(s) is in good condition, please sign the driver’s manifest. Please note, that upon signing the manifest, the courier company can no longer be held responsible for any damage which may have been caused to the item(s). Claims for damaged items can only be processed if the delivery manifest has been signed for as ‘Damaged’ – (see paragraph above). You can easily hold this port sipper in your hand with the rounded design. Make a splash at your next event with this original glass.

While manufacturer says they are dishwasher safe, the construction of the cup proves otherwise – hand wash recommended White Port is usually a lighter type of Port, made with white grapes. Common flavours include citrus peel, roasted nuts, baked apple, and apricot. There is less sweetness to this type of Port, depending on the producer, and it isn’t aged for as long. When you browse our list of organic Ports, you’ll see a few different types of Port: Reserve, Tawny and Vintage. Some producers even make white and pink versions now! This high-quality port sipper reduces the oxidation of red wine that allows your taste buds to experience the full flavor of the port.Food and wine often go together and port wine is no exception. There are several combinations that complement each other perfectly and can make the experience so much more enjoyable. With a white port, try white chocolate. A tawny port goes well with milk chocolate, and a vintage port would find the perfect pairing with dark chocolate. Not forgetting the classic combination of port and cheese; consider any type of port with a mature cheddar, and a fine vintage port with a good quality Stilton. Ruby Port is the least expensive style, aged for two or three years in vat before bottling and sold ready to drink. Ruby Port does not improve if kept in the bottle.