Renwood 1995 Vintage Port ($20). A traditionally styled Port with concentrated, ripe dark fruit character mingling with toasted hazelnut and anise notes. Medium to full bodied. Generous, sweet finish. A real mouthful! (Winery Spotlight 08/02)

Robert Hall 2003 Vintage Port Central Coast ($28). Made from a blend of four traditional Portuguese grapes (Souzão, Touriga, Alvarelhão and Tinta Cão), this Port was definitely the happiest surprise of the bunch – sort of a melding of California Zinfandel ports and authentic Portuguese ruby ports. Toffee aromas introduce waves of flavors, including plump raisins, fresh tobacco and licorice, with a long “grapey” finish. Ready to drink now and over the next two or three years. (Drinks with Les Dames, 08/06)