Lisbon: Port Wine Tasting at Taylor’s Shop and Tasting Room
Acquaint your taste buds with the finest port in Portugal at Taylor's Port in Lisbon, one of the oldest of the founding Port houses, established over 3 centuries ago in 1692. Discern the subtle notes and sweet bouquets of 3 different port wines. Head to a prestigious area within the historic district of Alfama, next to Chafariz del Rei, the first-ever public fountain in Lisbon. Discover a wide range of Ports at Taylor’s Port wine shop and tasting room, a Port house dedicated entirely to the production of Port wine. Learn the differences between Tawny, Ruby, and White Port over a tasting session. Sample 2 iconic Port wines – Chip Dry Extra Dry White and Late Bottled Vintage (LBV), invented by Taylor’s in the 1930s and 1970s respectively. Savor the complex mellow flavors and the smooth luscious palate of a 10-year-old Tawny Port that is matured in seasoned oak casks. Finally, delight yourself with the local specialty of "Pastel de Nata" custard tart pastry. Discover a long and unbroken family tradition, essential attributes of any great wine house, with skills and knowledge that have passed down from one generation to the next, reflected in the quality of Taylor’s wines.