Cockburn's Fine Ruby Port NV

Cockburn's Fine Ruby Port brings bright cherry and raspberry fruit in a sweet, smooth and easy-going style, with a lively ruby colour and a long, elegant finish. Blended from young Douro wines and given two to three years in oak, it keeps its freshness while gaining enough polish to feel right at home after dinner. Cockburn's has been making Port since 1815, and this approachable bottling is a handy introduction to the house. Pour it with a cheese board or rich chocolate dessert, serve it slightly chilled in warm weather, or keep it close for late-night conversation.

What the winery says:

Fine Ruby is made from a selection of young wines drawn from several harvests, then matured in oak for two to three years. Cockburn's describes fresh red-fruit aromas of cherry and raspberry, soft and balanced fruit on the palate, and a long, elegant finish. Serve it at room temperature or slightly chilled, particularly in warm weather. Once opened, it is best enjoyed within four to six weeks.

What the experts say:

Benjamin Herzog and Dominik Vombach, Falstaff, 88 Points (NV)
"Strong runic garnet, deep core, ochre reflections. Fresh berry fruit, ripe plums, preserved cherries. Juicy, medium complexity, powerful on the finish, fruity, clean style, sweet fig aftertaste, versatile."