Top Spots For Port Wine In Denver
(credit: Evan Semón/CBS)Port wine is a wine usually served before or after a meal. It goes well with cheeses, nuts and decadent desserts. Whether it's a ruby, tawny or white, a good port selection can really wow your guests. These are some of the top spots in Denver to buy port wine.
760 E Colfax Ave
(303) 831-7788
http://www.argonautliquor.com
This is one of the largest wine and liquor stores in Denver, also offering pre-ordering online. If you can't find what you're looking for, let them know and they'll try to get it in the store just for you. The Sandeman Founder's Reserve is listed on the website for just $19.99. The cool thing is you can shop by wine scores. The Sandeman Founder's Reserve has a score of 87, which means it's a very good selection. Also available is the magnificent and rare Taylor's 20-Year-Old Tawny for $53.99, even a few dollars cheaper than what's listed in the 2015 Robb Report.
1946 E 66th Ave
Denver, CO 80229
(303) 287-5156
www.balistrerivineyards.com
Right here in the Mile High City, Balisteri Vinyards has a delish take on a "Ruby Style" port, the Balisteri Port for $28. It's made with three types of Portuguese grapes, which are harvested in Amador County, Calif. and crushed, aged and bottled in Denver. The winery hosts lunch and free tasting tours daily from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A reservation is required for parties with more than eight people. The food on the lunch menu is very good. You'll find the presentation to be outstanding, the ingredients local and fresh and the prices incredible. Many of the dishes average $10 bucks or less.
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865 S Colorado Blvd
Denver, CO 80246
(303) 744-9500
coloradoliquormart.net
This is one of Colorado's favorite places to shop for a wide selection of beer, wine and spirits. This wine superstore has a full line of port wines for all tastes and budgets. Popular among its store patrons are the Graham Ports, bottled with care in some of the best vineyards in Portugal's Douro Valley. Sign up for Colorado Mart's Advantage Card to earn loyalty points for every time you shop.
1240 S Broadway
Denver, CO 80210
(303) 778-1800
www.divinowine.com
If you're not into the huge warehouse-style superstore but still want to shop a large selection of beer, wine and spirits, this boutique liquor store is the place to go. On the wine rack is Pocas in ruby and white, Niepoot, also in ruby and white, and a Warre's Ruby Reserve. Every Saturday, Divino Wine & Spirits hosts a wine tasting, which is the perfect opportunity to discover something new or inquire about port wine and pairing suggestions. The impressive sommelier-trained staff is super friendly and well-versed on everything they sell in the store. They are certified aficionados ready to answer any questions you may have, anytime, about any wine. Don't believe us? Give Divino a call today.
3601 W 32nd Ave
Denver, CO 80211
(303) 458-3858
www.mondovinodenver.com
There are a lot of excellent reasons to make this award-winning wine shop your go-to spot for vino, including delivery service. Located in the Highlands area, Mondo Vino has an amazing selection of ports to choose from. They even carry a 40-year-old port. The Dow's Colheita and Tawny, as well as the LBV Niepoort, are staff recommended. Wine tasting hours are on Fridays from 4 to 7 p.m. and Saturdays from 2 to 7 p.m.
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