How to Defeat Corkiness of Cockburn’s 1983 Vintage Port
Roy offers advice - based on extensive experience - for decanting the Cockburn's 1983 Vintage Port, which can be outstanding when handled correctly.
Vinum at Graham’s
Our featured website this month is the site for the new Vinum Restaurant at Graham's 1890 Port Lodge.
The 3rd Annual For The Love Of Port Awards
The winners of the Third Annual For The Love of Port Awards for Best Wines in 8 categories, as well as Best Hospitality and Tourism and the Career Achievement Award.
Tomás Roquette
Meet Tomás Roquette, who carries on the more than 100 year tradition of winemaking at his family's Quinta do Crasto.
Port in a Box, 1.5L or 3L
For some years the FTLOP Forum members have discussed bag in box packaging for Port. Finally, Roy decided to ask the trade what they thought of the idea, and representatives of ten top Port producers replied.
A Tale of Two Siblings
Roy picks his top 5 Vintage Ports from the 1980's, then focuses on the two he loves best.
Graham’s 1890 Port Lodge Launches
Graham's 1890 Lodge has re-opened and features the new Vinum restaurant.
More Than Wine
Danish wine journalist and broadcaster Bjarne Mouridsen write an English-language blog about More Than Wine, which Roy recommends.
Producers Favorite Restaurants
Who better than the wine trade to consult for advice about good restaurants in their area?
2012 European Enterprise Promotion Award – The Douro Boys
Wine-grower group The Douro Boys have won the 2012 European Enterprise Promotion Award for their unique marketing campaign that aims to promote the Douro region's unique terroir, wines and hospitality.