The Actual Difference Between Port And Sherry - Chowhound

Alexander Spatari/Getty Images If you've ever had a glass of port or sherry, you've likely tasted just how rich, complex, and layered these wines are. But have you ever wondered what exactly port wine is, and what sets it apart from sherry? In reality, while these two fortified wines — which have had a distilled spirit such as brandy added to them — might seem similar, they're actually worlds apart. Port is…