Sandeman Ruby Port (75cl, 19.5%)

Sandeman Ruby Port is a Portuguese fortified wine from the Douro Valley, bottled at 19.5% ABV in a 750ml bottle. The house was founded in 1790 and is now owned by Sogrape Vinhos. It is made from indigenous Douro grapes led by Touriga Franca, with Tinta Roriz, Tinta Amarela, Tinta Barroca and Tinto Cão. Fermentation is arrested with wine alcohol, and the final blend draws from wines aged two to five years, targeting an average age of roughly three years. The nose opens with ripe strawberry and fresh plum, with subtle dried-fruit undertones and a faint leathery warmth. The palate is sweet and direct, with juicy plum and cherry, baked brown-sugar plum, vanilla-laced raspberry jam and dark chocolate. The finish is medium, smooth and supple, with lingering fresh red fruit and gentle spicy warmth.