TNR: Fonseca Siroco white port

Post by **Andy Velebil** » Tue Apr 04, 2006 12:37 pm

I found this is a store while visiting a friend. In my quest to try more white port I picked one up. I have not had the opportunity to try it yet. However, I have only found 2 TN's on Cellar Tracker, and none here on the forum. Has anyone had this particular white port? If so, what are your thoughts on it?

Thanks.

Steven Kooij · Post by **Steven Kooij** » Tue Apr 04, 2006 12:44 pm

Best mixed with tonic, sprig of mint and plenty of ice!

Post by **Andy Velebil** » Tue Apr 04, 2006 12:57 pm

Steven,

Thanks for the quick reply. One question, how much tonic do you mix the port? 50% tonic, 50% port??

Steven Kooij · Post by **Steven Kooij** » Tue Apr 04, 2006 1:15 pm

Depends a bit on the flavour of the Port used and your personal preference of course (keep in mind that a 1:1 mix is still about 10% alcohol, but will drink like a soda), but I prefer between 1:2 to 1:1 Port:Tonic. Man, I can't wait for summer!

Post by **Andy Velebil** » Tue Apr 04, 2006 4:10 pm

Steven, Thanks again :)

Ronald Wortel · Post by **Ronald Wortel** » Wed Apr 05, 2006 12:53 am

Indeed, best mixed with tonic, and IMO not highly enjoyable on its own. But even for portonic it's not the best combination. The mix tastes even better with a dry white port (Niepoort, Churchill, Baldias, Gilberts or even Taylor).

Frederick Blais · Post by **Frederick Blais** » Wed Apr 05, 2006 8:33 am

I had this a few occasions, one of the few whites I enjoy drinking very chill. I have never tried it with tonic wather yet.

Fresh and complex for a white port, lots of honey, floral and tropical fruits flavours.

Post by **Andy Velebil** » Wed Jun 14, 2006 1:02 pm

Well a bit of cleaning around the house and mid-80's temps caused me to finally get around to opening this "extra dry" white port today. I tried just a small taste by itself. Interesting to say the least, not sure I like it by itself yet. But I will have to sit down at a later time and give it a true taste test.

But for now, on a warm summer day, I mixed it 50/50 with tonic water and ice. Now, not a bad combo. Remindes me a bit like watered down apple juice with a hint of fresh citrus juice. Not a bad warm weather drink. This will be good for lounging around a friends pool or at the beach on a hot day.