Honore Port Special Edition: A Toast to Centuries of Wine Crafting

Omdesign's Luxury Wine Packaging Celebrates Quinta do Crasto's 400-year Legacy

Quinta do Crasto's motto, "Honore et Labore" (with honour and work), is the inspiration behind the Honore project. This special edition salutes the men and women who have toiled over the centuries to produce sublime and genuine wines. The landscape of the Douro Valley, where Quinta do Crasto stands guard, is reflected in the design of this commemorative packaging.

Marking more than 400 years of Quinta do Crasto's history, Omdesign has produced a limited edition of 400 bottles of a very old Tawny Port with over a century's worth of heritage. The uniqueness of the Honore Port Special Edition lies in its distinctive materials, including hand-wrought silver, the finest crystal for sparkle and transparency, exquisite solid walnut, and a hand-stitched bag. Each of the 400 numbered decanters was individually crafted by master glassblowers from a world-renowned Portuguese company, ensuring the highest state of purity.

The design of the Honore Port Special Edition is a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship of Portuguese artisans. Each piece has been finished off with a handcrafted, sterling silver plaque produced by a Portuguese silversmith with over a century's worth of experience working with this noble material. The result is 400 unique pieces, each designed and crafted exclusively for this edition.

The packaging is not just a container, but an interactive experience. On opening the wooden packaging, the crystal decanter stands out, reminiscent of the distinctive terraces of the Douro Valley. This luxurious edition was crafted by a team of the most experienced Portuguese artisans, who worked individually on each piece, paying attention to every little feature and detail to create something unparalleled and exclusive.

Creating a highly luxurious and differentiating packaging that could perpetuate Quinta do Crasto's four-century history and mirror their identity and values was a significant challenge. However, the result is a design that not only celebrates the estate's history but also reflects the lines and landscape of the Douro Valley, where Quinta do Crasto stands guard. All elements were laboured by the wise hands of Portuguese artisans who focused on detail to make this edition absolutely special.

The Honore Port Special Edition is not just a wine packaging design; it is a tribute to the enduring legacy of Quinta do Crasto and the generations of people who have contributed to its success. It is a testament to the power of design to tell a story, to evoke a sense of place, and to celebrate a rich and storied history. The design was awarded Silver in A' Luxury Design Award in 2019, a testament to its outstanding expertise and innovation.