Taylor port wine near me in Westford, MA

CBC Liquors at 142 Littleton Rd in Westford carries Taylor port, along with Taylor sherry and madeira. You can see the full lineup on the Taylor brand page, then walk in, order for pickup, or ask about delivery.

Which Taylor bottles can you find at CBC Liquors?

The Taylor range here covers fortified wine in a few styles. There is Taylor Port and Taylor Port Black, plus Taylor Sherry, Taylor Cream Sherry, Taylor DRY SHERRY and Taylor Madeira.

Stock changes day to day, so the brand page is the quickest way to see what is on the shelf today. If you want a particular bottle held, call the shop before you drive over.

The store carries 4,620 products from 1,893 brands, so if port is only part of what you are shopping for, you can pick up the rest of your list in the same visit.

What is port wine, and how is it different from regular wine?

Port is a fortified wine. During fermentation, a neutral grape spirit is added, which stops the yeast before all the sugar is turned to alcohol. The result is a wine that is sweeter and stronger than a typical table wine, usually around 19 to 22 percent alcohol by volume.

True port comes from Portugal's Douro Valley. Many producers outside Portugal also make port-style wines, and labels can vary on what they are allowed to call it. Check the bottle label for the style it describes.

Because it is stronger and richer, port is served in small pours rather than a full glass of wine.

What is the difference between Taylor Port and Taylor Port Black?

In general, port styles range from young, fruit-forward bottlings to aged ones with nutty, dried-fruit character. A basic ruby-style port is typically deep red, sweet and full of berry flavor. Tawny styles spend longer in wood and taste of caramel, nuts and dried fruit.

The two Taylor ports on our shelf, Taylor Port and Taylor Port Black, are different bottles, so read each product page for its own description. If you are unsure which suits your table, ask at the counter and we will talk it through.

How do sherry and madeira differ from port?

All three are fortified, but they are made differently. Sherry comes from southern Spain. Dry sherry is crisp and savory, often served chilled as an aperitif. Cream sherry is sweetened and rounder, with raisin and toffee notes.

Madeira comes from the Portuguese island of Madeira. It is heated during aging, which gives it a caramelized, tangy character, and it keeps well once opened. That makes Taylor Madeira a practical bottle if you cook with fortified wine or pour it slowly.

For sherry, compare Taylor DRY SHERRY with Taylor Cream Sherry to see the dry-to-sweet spread, or take the middle option, Taylor Sherry.

How do you serve and pair port?

Serve port in a small glass, in modest pours. Ruby-style ports are usually served at cool room temperature, and tawny styles are sometimes served slightly cooler.

Classic pairings are blue cheese, aged cheddar, walnuts, dark chocolate and dried fruit. Sweet port also works alongside a simple dessert, such as a baked pear or a plain nut tart.

Dry sherry goes with olives, almonds and salty ham. Cream sherry can sit with a dessert course or be sipped on its own.

How long does an open bottle of port last?

Fortified wine lasts longer open than table wine because of its higher alcohol. Young, fruity ports are best within a few weeks of opening, reseal the cork and keep the bottle in a cool, dark place. Tawny-style bottles generally hold up somewhat longer.

Madeira is the most durable of the group. Dry sherry is the most delicate and is best finished within a few weeks, ideally refrigerated.

Can you pick up, get delivery or have Taylor shipped?

CBC Liquors offers pickup, delivery and shipping besides walking in. Pickup hours match store hours: Sunday 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday to Thursday 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and Friday and Saturday 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Delivery hours run a half hour shorter at close: Sunday until 7:30 PM, Monday to Thursday until 8:30 PM, and Friday and Saturday until 9:30 PM. See liquor delivery areas to check your town, including Chelmsford, Acton and Littleton. Our shipping policy covers shipping details.

You must be 21 or older to buy alcohol, and ID is checked.

Where is the shop, and what else is there to pair with port?

We are at 142 Littleton Rd, Westford, MA 01886, and we also serve Chelmsford, Carlisle, Littleton, Acton, Tyngsborough, Lowell, Billerica, Boxborough and Dunstable. Customers rate the shop 4.7 out of 5 from 339 Google reviews.

If you are building a dessert or cheese board, browse wine for a dry red alongside the port, or liqueur if you want another after-dinner option. For a bigger gathering, the party planner is a good place to start.