Fonseca — Vintage Port Mastery Since 1815

Established in 1815 in Porto, Fonseca Guimaraens is one of the most esteemed Port houses, renowned for consistent excellence in Vintage Ports, with its first great vintage released in 1840. David Guimaraens, a direct descendant of the founder, oversees winemaking within the Fladgate Partnership.

Leadership & House Style

• Winemaker : David Guimaraens.

• Signature style : rich, fruit-driven, powerfully structured, and exceptionally age-worthy wines, consistently crafted through generations.

Vineyards & Terroir

Fonseca owns three iconic Douro quintas — Cruzeiro, Santo António, and Panascal. Each contributes distinctive elements: Cruzeiro offers core depth and tannins; Panascal adds richness and velvety texture; Santo António brings exotic aromatics. Panascal leads in organic viticulture and Santo António in award-winning sustainability.

Winemaking Approach

• Terroir-focused assemblages, crafting Vintage Ports, aged Tawnies (10/20/40-year), Late Bottled Vintages, Quinta-specific bottlings, Ruby Ports, and White Port.

• A tradition-driven approach, focusing on vineyard expression and stylistic consistency.

Signature Wines

• Vintage Ports — produced only in exceptional years.

• Bin Nº 27 — widely beloved full-bodied and fruity reserve Port.

• Broad portfolio — covering complex Tawnies, rich Ruby Ports, refined LBVs.

Style & Legacy

Fonts of richness, aromatic depth, and layered complexity, Fonseca Ports are designed to evolve gracefully over many years. Their distinct style has inspired a loyal global community of collectors and wine professionals.