White Port

What makes white port unique

White port is a bright and refreshing style of port wine, made exclusively from white grape varieties. It matures in stainless-steel tanks or large wooden barrels to preserve its purity, lightness and delicate aromatics. Expect flavours of citrus, white flowers, almond, honey and hints of ripe stone fruit.

Compared to ruby port, it is less intensely fruity and expressive — lighter, more delicate and leaning toward floral-citrus notes. To explore all styles, be sure to check the wider category of port wines.

Styles and ageing of white port

White port can be dry, semi-dry or sweet, making it versatile for many occasions. Younger versions are fresh and light, while longer-aged white port offers a creamy texture and gentle nutty undertones.

A notable representative of high-quality white port is the producer Croft, renowned for its traditional approach and distinctive style, especially in white and rosé port wines.

Serving and recommendations

White port is fantastic as an aperitif – simply serve it well-chilled or mix it with tonic in the popular Porto Tonico. It also pairs beautifully with light desserts, citrus tarts, almond biscuits or mild goat cheese.

If you're looking for a lighter and fresher style of port, ideal for summer or as an elegant aperitif, white port is a great choice. To compare flavour profiles, it’s worth trying ruby port as well.