What’s going on?
News of 2007 Vintage Port Declarations (or not), and a couple celebratory bottles of Churchill's Vintage Ports.
The Buzz – 2007 VP’s “Generally Declared”
It looks as if 2007 will be a classic declared Vintage for the majority of Port houses. Roy shares the news so far.
Historical Changes in Port
What do you think has been the single most important change or improvement in Port wine history?
Warre’s
An introduction to the wonderful but often overlooked Warre's, with plenty of tasting notes to demonstrate the quality of this old Port firm, part of Symington Family Estates.
Turmoil in the marketplace
A discussion of Port pricing for the upcoming 2007 declaration as well as Ports already in the marketplace.
Fonseca
A quick introduction to Fonseca Port Wines, part of the Fladgate Parternship group, with tasting notes of some fabulous Vintage Ports to demonstrate their quality.
2009 FTLOP Gala Port Celebration
Roy reflects on the FTLOP Gala Port Celebration.
Promises, promises …
The start of a new year and reflections on the state of the wine trade after the financial crises of late 2008.
Ramos Pinto
An introduction to the historic Port house of Ramos Pinto and tasting notes of a full range of their fine Port wines.
Approaching the end of 2008
Looking back at a successful 2008 for FTLOP and looking forward to 2009.