How well do you know Taylor's Port ?

The world of wine is vibrant, constantly changing and ever so interesting. Everyday wine enthusiasts can learn & share their new experiences with good food & friends. So the following ‘Wine Quiz’ is a little bit of fun and learning for all - and for those a little more competitive a personal test of your wine knowledge.

● So you think you know Taylor’s Port?
● Or - You think you know the different Ports crafted by Taylor’s?

Take this short Taylor's Port Quiz & find out.

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Taylor’s Port are some of the most recognised and respected wines found all around the globe - but when was this family-owned Port House founded?

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The original founder of what is known today as Taylor’s Port - was a merchant from London in England. He arrived in the Minho region in northern Portugal to trade in red wines - what was his name?

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Taylor’s Port are recognised for championing several styles. They like to have a passionate conversation about which Port House was the first to release an LBV Port. With Taylor’s launching their first LBV Port in 1970 - with their 1965 vintage - but what does LBV stand for?

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White Port & Tonic is a classic aperitif in Portugal and also here in New Zealand during the heat of summer. When did Taylor’s first release their Chip Dry White Port?

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On the 13th January 2010, a special limited edition Taylor’s Port was launched - under a special name. This particular wine is one of the oldest and rarest aged Tawny Ports ever sold and one of a very few pre-Phylloxera wines (over 150 years in age) - what is its name?

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Taylor’s Port are some of the world most recognisable and well distributed wines in the world - but do you know in how many countries Taylor’s is a leading player in quality Port?

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The Taylor’s Family Port House proudly own a Luxury Hotel & Spa *(with a 2 Star Michelin restaurant) - nestled on the hill amongst the Port Lodges in Vila Nova di Gaia, overlooking Porto and the Douro River - what is their Hotel called?

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Taylor’s have a stunning selection of aged wines - with their 40 Year-Old Tawny Port being one of the most sort after. Being crafted from Port wines with an average age of 40 years. And while ageing in oak casks, loosing approximately 3% of volume each year - (the Angels’ Share) - which of the following statements about this 40 Year-Old Tawny Port is correct?

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Taylor’s were a pioneer in releasing a Dry White aperitif style Port. Their Chip Dry Port is traditionally served chilled - topped up with tonic and a leaf of fresh mint or a slice of orange. Accompanied by salted almonds or olives. Their White Port wine is typically crafted from the grapes Viosinho and Rabigato - plus which other white varietal?

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Which of the following people is the current Chief Winemaker at the Taylor’s Port House - representing the 6th generation to be involved in the Port business. Joining the family business in 1991 and is responsible for their extensive wine portfolio?

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If you were looking to pair a Taylor’s Port wine with dessert at home or at a restaurant - which of the following desserts would be an ideal pairing with a classic Taylor’s Fine Tawny Port?

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If you were looking to pair a Taylor’s Port wine with dessert - which of the following would be an ideal pairing with Boysenberry Cheesecake or Boysenberry Ice-cream - plus you can even pour the chilled Port over both desserts?

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