Port Vintage Chart

Port originates in the Douro Valley, Portugal. The valley stretches east from the city of Oporto to the border with Spain. The term "port wine" can only refer to these wines, much like French regions lay claim to certain titles.

Rating across a region is tricky. If you look at 10 different sources, you'll get 10 different ratings for some years. For other years, like 1994, there is universal agreement that the ports are fantastic. Sometimes even a bad year will make a good port from a high end winery. If you've got something in your basement, give it a try anyway! It might surprise you.

Other older ports worth seeking out:
1970, 1966, 1963, 1955, 1948, 1945, 1935, 1931, 1927, 1912, 1908, 1904, 1900

Port & Vintage Links:

• Port Description
• Brandy Page
• Vintage Charts

Wine Type Main Page