Ingredient

Port Wine

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Role in food

Port wine is primarily used as a flavoring ingredient in savory and sweet dishes. …

What it is

Port wine is a fortified wine, meaning a spirit (usually brandy) is added during production. It originates from the Douro Valley in northern Portugal. The fortification process stops fermentation, leaving residual sugar and increasing the alcohol content.

Why it's used

Port wine is primarily used as a flavoring ingredient in savory and sweet dishes. Its rich, sweet, and complex flavor profile adds depth to sauces, marinades, desserts, and cheese pairings. Manufacturers use it to impart a distinct fruity and sometimes spicy taste.

Health notes

Port wine is regulated as a beverage alcohol in the US. The FDA does not specifically approve or list port wine as a food additive. Like other alcoholic beverages, excessive consumption is linked to health risks. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated alcohol and its effects, but port wine itself is not assigned a specific additive status.

Allergen info

Port wine is not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Port Wine

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DELPEYRAT Duck Foie Gras Mousse With Port Wine Other Soups High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 453kcal 7.5Protein 47.2Fat 1.9Carbs TOUR EIFFEL Gourmet Caramel Glazed Perigord Pork Pate With Truffles Canned Meat High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 286kcal 12.5Protein 25Fat 3.6Carbs WOOLWICH DAIRY INC. Fresh Goat Cheese Cheese 214kcal 10.7Protein 10.7Fat 21.4Carbs ACID LEAGUE Cabernet Port Living Vinegar, Cabernet Port Other Cooking Sauces 53kcal 0Protein 0Fat 13.3Carbs The J.M. Smucker Company Cranberry Relish Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 227kcal 0Protein 0Fat 56Carbs Bel Brands USA Inc. Wis Pride, Spreadable Cheese, Port Wine, Port Wine Cheese 348kcal 17.4Protein 26.1Fat 13.0Carbs Bel Brands USA Inc. Kaukauna, Lite Spreadable Cheese, Port Wine, Port Wine Cheese 231kcal 19.2Protein 11.5Fat 15.4Carbs Old Fashioned Foods, Inc. Old Fashioned Foods, Spreadable Cheese With Almonds, Port Wine, Port Wine Cheese High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 367kcal 16.7Protein 26.7Fat 13.3Carbs Scott's Cheddar Port Wine, Pecans & Almonds Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 387kcal 19.4Protein 29.0Fat 12.9Carbs Scott's Cheddar Port Wine, Pecans, Almonds Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 387kcal 19.4Protein 29.0Fat 12.9Carbs PANOS Brands LLC Cheese Ball Rolled In Almond, Port Wine Cheddar Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 357kcal 17.9Protein 25Fat 14.3Carbs Pine River Pre-Pack, Inc. Cold Pack Cheese Food, Port Wine Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 321kcal 17.9Protein 25Fat 10.7Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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