SAQ Kopke Colheita White Tawny 2005

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Back in time...

Imagine for a moment: you’re having some quality time on TikTok on a weeknight… when suddenly, you see that Asian influencer making a toast with white port! You might be behind on the trend, right? Well, drink easy, because by reading this newsletter, that’s not likely to happen!

Obviously, it would be quite delusional to think the oldest Port house, Nicolau Kopkë, established in 1638, would be making social media headlines. But no matter; at $20 a bottle, you’d be crazy to ‘swipe left’ on this blend of Malvasia and four other traditional grape varieties, which, despite having 20% alcohol like its peers in the region, will surprise you with its dried fruits, spices, and especially a higher-than-normal acidity that makes it more digestible.

Gone are the 90s and the Phaneuf guide of yesteryear that overly championed fortified wines. This one will be a very pleasant nod to the end of a meal or even a refreshing apéritif, confirming your reputation as a trendsetter!

• To pair with it: It depends on your desire to drink it with or without tonic, so it would go well with dried fish or a semi-firm, washed-rind cheese.
• For the anecdote: 2005 is as memorable a year for the web as it is for white port, with the creation of YouTube…
• To better understand sweet wines: Get on the waiting list for our workshop on the subject in winter '25.
• If you feel ripe for a trip back in time, let yourself be tempted by this 2002 Colheita from the same house! $70 at the SAQ (15099787)