Port hampers are perfect gifts to give to someone that loves the combination of the sweetness of Port and the earthy goodness of cheeses. Port hampers are great gifts to give to anyone for a special occasion. It is a great way to celebrate a special event or the mark a special occasion. These work well for a single person or for a couple. It is something to savour in a quiet moment or at a party. The choice is completely up the person who receives the hamper as a gift.

Port wine is the star when it comes to the contents of port hampers. For wines produced in the EU, only those wines grown and blended in the Douro region in Portugal can carry the designation as a port wine. However, port wines produced in other areas of the world carry that name. In Portugal, there are dozens of grape varietals that can go into Port, but the most popular are the Touriga Francesca and the Touriga Nacional. Other varietals include the Tempranillo and the Tinta Cao.

The natural pairing of Port is with a cheese like a Stilton, Cheddar, or Gorgonzola. Stilton cheese has a very strong flavour and smell. It comes from the Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, and Derbyshire areas of the UK. It is a semi-soft cheese with a crumbly texture when pulled apart. It becomes creamier as it ages. A minimum of 9 weeks makes this cheese taste its best. This pairing in port hampers makes the perfect gift to someone who enjoys wine and cheese.