Esgana Cão
Looking for an exciting alternative to the classic aperitif? Taylor's Chip Dry Port is just the thing if you prefer a dry port. Thanks to a special production method where the wine distillate is added late in the process, this port retains a surprising freshness and vibrant acidity. In the glass, it shimmers a bright golden yellow and exudes nutty aromas with subtle oak notes. It's lively, easy-drinking, and perfect for a relaxing evening on the balcony. A wonderful companion that demonstrates just how versatile port wine can be.Filters
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Esgana Cão – the robust soul of the Douro Valley
Esgana Cão is one of the old, characterful grape varieties of the Douro Valley and is hardly known in German-speaking countries – unjustly so. At Vinoscout, you will currently find a port wine with this variety, starting at 18.95 euros.
Origin & character
The variety comes from Portugal, where it has been cultivated in the Douro Valley for centuries. Its name – translated roughly as "dog strangler" – refers to the pronounced acidity and astringency it shows in dry wines. In port wine, where residual sugar and aging soften these edges, Esgana Cão unfolds a very unique tension: fresh citrus notes, a mineral undertone, and a lively structure that gives the wine length and hold. As a component of white port wine blends, it brings freshness and contour that softer varieties alone could not provide.
Pairs well with
- Salted almonds and olives as an aperitif
- Light fish, such as cod or sole
- Mature hard cheese like Manchego or Pecorino
- Tonic water on ice as a long drink in summer
Buy Esgana Cão at Vinoscout
If you are looking for a port wine that lies off the beaten path and brings real character, our current offer from the Douro Valley is a good starting point. Take a look at the Taylor's Chip Dry Port – a dry white port that shows what this variety can do.