Blake’s Port Cocoa

Rich dark chocolate and Renoster port: Blake’s Port Cocoa, the cocoa we now serve in the tasting room. Make it at home with this recipe.

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A glass of Blake's Port Cocoa with whipped cream, a chocolate and peppermint rim and a candy cane, beside a bottle of Rhinory Renoster

Cozy Up This Winter with Renoster Port Wine & Blake’s Port Cocoa

Winter calls for warmth, indulgence, and a little extra sweetness — and we’ve got just the thing. Our 2021 Renoster Port Wine is the perfect companion for cozy evenings at home, and Blake’s Port Cocoa recipe turns it into a decadent, heartwarming treat that will make the season feel truly special.

Whether you can’t make it to our tasting room or just want to enjoy the holidays at home, this recipe brings the luxury of Rhinory wines straight to your kitchen.

About Renoster Port Wine

Renoster is a fortified, port-style wine crafted to deliver richness, complexity, and a lingering finish. On the nose, it’s deep and lush, with aromas of dark raisins, roasted coffee, and prune, while the palate offers hazelnut and cocoa nib notes that slowly unfold.

It’s the ultimate winter wine, ideal for sipping slowly, pairing with desserts, or creating warm, indulgent drinks — like Blake’s Port Cocoa.

A bottle of Rhinory 2021 South Africa Renoster

Why it works so well in cocoa:

  • The wine’s sweet, full-bodied profile balances the bitterness of dark chocolate.
  • Prune, raisin, and nutty notes layer beautifully with cocoa, sugar, and milk.

Its long, complex finish elevates a simple cup of hot chocolate into something luxurious and celebratory.

Pro Tip: Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for a festive touch.

Can’t make it to the tasting room? No problem! Order a bottle of Renoster online and craft your own Blake’s Port Cocoa at home. Or, stop by our Tasting Room to enjoy it freshly made and sample the richness of our other wines.

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Whether you’re curled up by the fire, hosting friends, or gifting something special, this recipe makes winter warmer, richer, and infinitely more indulgent. Sip slowly, savor the layers of flavor, and celebrate the season with Renoster Port Wine.

The cocoa bar at Rhinory: glasses of Blake's Port Cocoa, graham crackers, marshmallows, toffee and chocolate on a live-edge table, a bottle of Renoster behind
Blake's Port Cocoa topped with whipped cream, a graham cracker and a chocolate wafer, a bottle of Renoster behind it
Rimming a wine glass in chocolate and crushed toffee for Blake's Port Cocoa
A glass of Blake's Port Cocoa with whipped cream, peppermint and a candy cane on a wooden table

The recipe.

Serves
4–6

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Directions

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  1. Set a double-boiler over simmering water. Add milk, and heat until very warm, but not boiling

  2. Add chocolate, cocoa powder, vanilla, and brown sugar

  3. Stir until chocolate is completely melted.

  4. Gently stir in the Renoster port wine.

  5. Serve, garnished with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, if desired.

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