Fonseca Siroco
Fonseca siroco is a dry white port first introduced in the 1950s and named after the warm wind which blows over the mediterranean from north africa.
In most countries, Ports is traditionally enjoyed at the end of the meal. The exception is white Port, especially the drier style which makes an excellent aperitif.
It is a blend of classic white Port grape varieties, predominantly Malvasia Fina with smaller proportions of Gouveio, Viosinho, Rabigato and Arinto, grown on the cooler, higher vineyards of the Douro Valley.
To achieve its crisp dry finish, the wine is allowed to ferment for longer than other styles of Port before it is fortified. Ageing in small oak vats gives Siroco its smoothness as well as its attractive ripe fruit flavours and delicate nuttiness.
Siroco makes an elegant, stylish and versatile aperitif, equally at home before an alfresco meal on a warm summer day or on a cold winter evening in front of the fire.
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HOW TO STORE
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VEGAN
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6ºC - 10 ºC
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READY TO DRINK
The bottle should be kept upright, protected from light and at a cool and constant temperature. The particular qualities of this wine allow it to be enjoyed over an extended period of time once opened, without losing its freshness and vibrancy
This Port wine is Vegan friendly
The wine benefits from being served chilled, between 6ºC to 10ºC.
This wine is ready to drink and does not require decanting.
The bottle should be kept upright, protected from light and at a cool and constant temperature. The particular qualities of this wine allow it to be enjoyed over an extended period of time once opened, without losing its freshness and vibrancy
This Port wine is Vegan friendly
The wine benefits from being served chilled, between 6ºC to 10ºC.
This wine is ready to drink and does not require decanting.
Tasting Notes
Pale, straw colour. A superb balance of ripe fruit, delicate acidity and elegant notes of wood aging. Full and fruity on the palate this wine has a glorious lingering finish and an attractive, refreshing crispness.
Winemaker's Notes
Full and fruity on the palate this wine has a glorious lingering finish and an attractive, refreshing crispness
PLAY VIDEOWinemaker's Notes
Full and fruity on the palate this wine has a glorious lingering finish and an attractive, refreshing crispness
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Awards & Press Comments
Marguerite Thomas
Wine News, January 2008 - Recommended
" Passport to Pleasure – Journeying from Douro to Porto Happily, a good many producers are now turning out much drier white Ports. The best have a whisper of sweetness, together with enough complexity to be interesting. "
Daily Sip - Bottlenotes
June 2012
" Cocktail historian David Wondrich resurrects Port as a mixer for classic cocktails and utilizes the spectrum of Port’s rich flavours, velvety textures, and opulent colors to create new ones. "
Marcy Gordon
comeforthewine.com, March 2011
" The Fonseca Siroco white port makes for a fine cocktail. "
Blue Lifestyle
December 2017
" 92 Points "
Pairing Suggestions
Recipes and Cocktails with Fonseca Siroco
Get to know the various recipes and cocktails with Fonseca wines!
Cocktail
Lavender Lemonade
Recipe: Cut ½ lemon into wedges. Slice remaining half lemon for g...
