Quinta do Vale Meão, The Wine Society's Generation Series Reserve Port, Douro Valley, Portugal

It was inevitable that The Wine Society special anniversary series would include a Port, and the retailer reached out to Quinta do Vale Meão, producer of The Society’s Exhibition Port, to blend this limited celebratory edition. Fragrant and transparent on the nose, with aromas of red cherries, violets, crushed rose petals and poached plum, this is a classy Ruby Port, bottled unfiltered and with potential to age for another decade. In the mouth, vibrant acidity lifts the luscious fruit core, supported by a firm tannic structure. A thick layer of cardamom, nutmeg and cinnamon adds both richness and playfulness. Balanced and elegant with very good alcohol integration.