DOW’S Dow’s is owned and managed by the fourth generation of the Symington family, Port producers since the 19th Century. The family, whose experience dates back over 100 years, supervises all the vineyards, winemaking and ageing of this wine. Dow’s owns two of the Douro’s finest Quintas, Senhora da Ribeira and Bomfim. They were acquired in 1890 and 1896, making Dow’s one of the first houses to invest in premium vineyards.
FINE RUBY The grapes used in the production of Dow’s Fine Ruby were a blend of traditional Portuguese varieties from the Douro Valley, such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Barroca, Tinta Roriz and Tinto Cão. Dow’s Fine Ruby was aged in seasoned oak casks at our lodges in Vila Nova de Gaia for an average of 3 years, and bottled when ready to drink. Exuberant youthful fruit flavours make it perfect for informal drinking.
Tasting Notes
Deep and lively Ruby colour. The wine is full-bodied and has very appealing red fruit driven aromas. On the palate, fresh and youthful with raspberry and cherry flavours, combined with a long and intense finish.
Food pairing suggestions and serving Dow’s Fine Ruby pairs wonderfully with cheese and rich chocolate desserts. It does not need to be decanted. Serve slightly chilled in hot weather.
Reviews & Awards
GOLD MEDAL International Wine Challenge 1997
Dow’s received the first ever Gold medal awarded to a Ruby Port in the history of this prestigious wine competition. This outstanding achievement clearly endorsed the very high quality of Dow’s, across its complete range of Ports.
“Warm bramble fruits fill the palate with good texture and rounded flavours last on the rich finish.” WINE, November 2001
