Portugal Region Report

Quinta do Agua Alta

Despite its thoroughly traditional-sounding name Churchill is the newest of the British-owned Port companies, founded in 1981 by J. Graham.

Quinta Agua Alta is named after the spring at the top of the vineyard and it produces wonderfully pure and fresh water that bubbles up through the granite rock below the thin top soil. Olives and figs grow in abundance around the vineyard which produces a quite stunninly powerful port.

Deep purple in colour with a mass of soft and concentrated fruit. There's plenty of tannin to give structure and a pleasing earthiness on the finish. This is the perfect way to round off a good dinner. …
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Price: £69.95
Stock: 13 in Stock

30 Year Old Tawny Port - Small Bottle - 20cl

The Graham's 30 Year Old Tawny Port is a masterpiece of aged Port craftsmanship. Unlike Vintage Ports, which spend only a short time in oak barrels before bottling, Tawny Ports like Graham's 30 Year Old are aged for three decades or more in seasoned oak casks. This extended aging allows the wine to develop a mellow and harmonious character, with flavors integrating and evolving over time.

Tasting notes
The Graham's 30 Year Old Tawny Port is a mesmerizing amber wine with gold glimmers, hinting at its decades-long oak casks. Its aromas are delicate, with layers of un-drenched raisins, succulent figs, and caramelized dates taking center stage. …
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Price: £21.95
Stock: 9 in Stock

Vintage Port

Quinta do Vesuvio's saturated blue/purple colour is dense. Impressive in the mouth, with full body, sweet creme de cassis and blackberry liqueur intermixed with smoke, earth, and spice, this sensual effort possesses elegance allied to power and authority. Complex, fat, rich, and intense, it is an exceptionally stylish, graceful effort.
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Vintage Port in Presentation box
Special Library Release

We are excited to offer the ‘Library Release’ of Quinta do Vesúvio 1995 Vintage Port. This extraordinary wine was produced in the seventh year of Symington ownership and marks the year that Charles Symington joined the company to work alongside his father, Peter, the world-renowned winemaker.

This exclusive parcel of Vesúvio 1995 has been given the term ‘Library Release’ to indicate the bottles have matured in perfect conditions in the family’s cellars. These cellar-release bottles have been individually assessed and carefully recorked to guarantee quality.

The label of this inaugural Quinta do Vesúvio Library Release has been redesigned to distinguish it from the initial en primeur release. …
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Price: £149.00
Stock: 29 in Stock

Late Bottled Vintage(LBV)

Late Bottled Vintage Ports are produced from the grapes of a single harvest; the vintage of which will be stated on the label, and can be either filtered or Unfiltered (formerly called 'Traditional'). The year of bottling will also appear, typically on the back label of the bottle. LBVs are bottled between the 4th and 6th year after harvest and typically spend those years in very large oak barrels, which are called Tonnels.
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Price: £59.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Quinta de Vargellas Vintage Port

The 1995 Taylor’s Quinta de Vargellas Vintage Port is a remarkable single-estate offering from one of Portugal’s most prestigious port houses. Sourced exclusively from the renowned Quinta de Vargellas vineyard in the Douro Valley, this vintage embodies Taylor Fladgate’s commitment to excellence. Known for its deep structure and rich flavors, it has been a standout among single-quinta vintage ports.

Upon release, this vintage was praised for its deep magenta hue and expressive aromas of ripe plums, berries, and floral notes. The palate was full-bodied, delivering intense flavors of black fruits, licorice, and dark chocolate, all supported by firm yet refined tannins. …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

30 Year Old Tawny Port
HALF BOTTLE (37.5 cl)

The Taylor's 30 Year Old Tawny Port is a venerable and distinguished fortified wine, crafted by one of the most esteemed Port houses in the Douro Valley.

Tasting notes
This 30-year-old tawny from Taylor's own vineyards shows incredible length a deep, old gold colour with hints of dried fruit and honey offsetting the rich nutty aromas. Lush, silky richness with an elegant, slightly austere quality which is quite distinctive. Subtle dried fruit flavours underly, exotic layers of caramel and nuts culminating in an endless finish.

Serving & Pairing
Tawny Ports are ready-to drink and do not require decanting. …
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Price: £42.95
Stock: 9 in Stock

Garrafeira Port | Miniature
***Last of Stock - when it's gone, it's gone!***

Please note that these are 9cl bottles (approximately one-eigth of a regular bottle).

These bottles that were made to be part of a collection that was not released and are now sold as a clearance item.


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Price: £19.95
Stock: 9 in Stock

Vintage Port
** 97 Points Lisa perotti Brown - in Asia **
** 96 points Robert Parker **

The 1994 Dow's Vintage Port exemplifies the classic style of the house, marrying fruit intensity with complexity and finesse. While already showing immense pleasure in its youth, it promises to reward further aging in the cellar, evolving and maturing gracefully for decades to come.

Tasting Notes:
The 1994 Dow's Vintage Port is a deep, opaque ruby wine with a complex bouquet of blackberry, cassis, plum, cherry compote, dried figs, violet, rose petal, dark chocolate, espresso beans, and exotic spices. On the palate, it has bold flavors of black fruit preserves, bittersweet chocolate, roasted coffee beans, and toasted oak. …
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Price: £139.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Vintage Port, Douro
Library release
***94 Points- Robert Parker- Wine Advocate***

1994 Ramos Pinto Quinta Ervamoira
A distinguished vintage Port from the Quinta de Ervamoira estate, which is one of the notable vineyards owned by Ramos Pinto, noted for its unique terroir that contributes a distinctive character in its wines.

Tasting Notes
This is a deep, dark ruby vintage port with a complex nose of ripe dark fruits, chocolate, spices, and floral undertones. Its full-bodied, velvety texture and concentrated fruit flavours make it a long-lasting and persistent wine. With aging potential, it can develop further complex tertiary flavours like dried fruit, nuts, and tobacco. …
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Price: £89.95
Stock: 51 in Stock

Quinta do Passadouro, Vintage Port

The 1994 Quinta do Passadouro is a superb example of a high-quality Vintage Port from an excellent vintage.

Tasting Notes
Sweet, with a balanced structure due to firm tannins and good acidity. Its full-bodied palate features ripe black fruits, dark chocolate, figs, coffee, spices, cloves, cinnamon, licorice, and earthy undertones. The tannins are firm and well-integrated, providing structure and longevity. The acidity is well-balanced, complementing the sweetness and richness. The finish is long and persistent.

Serving & Food Pairing
Vintage Ports are best decanted and served slightly below modern room temperature: 16° to 18° C. …
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Price: £89.95
Stock: 3 in Stock

Quinta Poço do Lobo - Cabernet Sauvignon, Bairrada
Excellent Provenance- Library release

Cabernet Sauvignon Quinta Poço do Lobo
The excellent 1994 harvest in Portugal is deep garnet in colour, indicating maturity. On the nose, intense aromas of ripe blackcurrant, blackberry, and plum are layered with notes of cedar, vanilla, and baking spices. Subtle hints of tobacco and leather add complexity. On the palate it is full bodied and velvety with black cherry, cassis and chocolate with hints of graphite and espresso. Well-balanced acidity provides freshness and structure, leading to a long, lingering finish.

Serving and Food pairing
This wine is best decanted and served at room temperature of 18 degrees Celsius. …
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Price: £54.95
Stock: 1 in Stock

Vintage Port
rewaxed

Excluded from our guarantee

​Real Companhia Velha's 1994 Vintage Port, also known under the "Royal Oporto" label, is a mature wine that has evolved over the decades. Tasting notes from May 2024 describe it as having a pale garnet color with a yellow, mature edge. The bouquet offers aromas of cacao, chocolate, herbs, and hints of an old grocery shop. On the palate, it presents medium body, balanced acidity, and flavors of herbs and chocolate, leading to a quite attractive and rather long finish. ​

Another tasting note highlights its nose of caramel with hints of leather, and flavors of cherries, toffee, and a touch of tobacco. …
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Price: £65.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Vintage Port
Special Library Release
***17.5 Points- JancisRobinson.com***
***94 Points-Wine Advocate***

Port houses occasionally release library editions or special bottlings from older vintages, especially for significant anniversaries or events. Symington Family Estates, decided to release a library edition of the 1994 Warre's Vintage Port. This is a limited offering aimed at collectors and enthusiasts to showcase the wine's development over time and to provide an opportunity to experience mature Port at its peak.

Tasting Notes
Hanging on well to its deep, dark red colour, suggesting a still youthful wine. Very expressive aromas with Warre’s characteristically fresh, floral element (rose garden fragrance). …
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Price: £149.00
Stock: 5 in Stock

Quinta Poço do Lobo - Cabernet, Bairrada

Quinta do Poço do Lobo Cabernet Sauvignon 1993 is a Portuguese red wine from the Bairrada region, known for its rich and robust wines. This is one of the estates owned by the Caves São João, a historic and prestigious wine producer in Portugal, particularly renowned for its sparkling wines and reds.They have an extensive range of old wines, and we are very pleased to give you the opportunity to get your hands on a range of wonderful matured bottles that offer really good value for money.

Tasting Notes
Cherry, cranberry, soft leathery notes and then a dusty finish. Brilliant Cabernet from Portugal. …
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Price: £59.95
Stock: 103 in Stock

Colheita Port
Includes Quevedo Gift Box
*** 94 Points- Wine Advocate ***

The 1992 Quevedo Colheita is an outstanding quality and value effort from this family-run estate. Oscar and Claudia Quevedo have produced a light brown port with hints of amber. On the palate there are nuts and a lovely light molasses note with coffe and spices The finish is long and lingering as befits a quality port such as this. Outstanding!


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Colheita Port Storage and Serving Advice:
Colheita Port should be stored in a cool and dry place, sheltered from light and temperature fluctuations, and the bottle should remain in an upright position. If stored correctly, Colheita Ports will keep for decades in the bottle. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 41 in Stock

Vintage Port, Douro | Presented in own Wooden Gift Box
Excellent Provenance - Burmester Library release

This 1992 Burmester Vintage Port from the fabulous 1992 Port Vintage has outstanding provenance! This bottle has been stored at the Burmester cellars on Porto since bottling until it was acquired by us earlier this year.

The 1992 Burmester is a beautiful mature tawny colour. On the nose it has cocoa, chocolate together with a hint of mint. On the palate this is quite complex - medium bodied with a perfect balance between the acidity, tannins and flavours, there is a little spiciness in the mouth that adds to the experience. Long, long finish. This is in a good place and should hold well for the next decade or so. …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 30 in Stock

Quinta da Foz Vintage Port
In Calem presentation box

This 1992 Vintage Port from Calem has outstanding provenance! This bottle has been stored at the Calem cellars on Porto since bottling.

The 1992 Calem Quinta da Foz is a beautiful tawny colour indicating maturity. On the nose it has chocolate and creme caramel together with a candied notes. On the palate this is quite complex - medium bodied with well integrated, tannins. A little sweeter than some ports but showing well. Long, long finish. This is in a good place and should hold well for the next decade or so. (VWP note - tasting May 2019)
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 16 in Stock

Vintage Port

​Fonseca's 1992 Vintage Port is widely acclaimed as a monumental wine, showcasing the house's signature opulent style. Renowned wine critic Robert Parker awarded it a stellar 97 points, describing it as "a majestic young port" with "an explosive nose of jammy black fruits, licorice, chocolate, and spices." He further noted its "multi-layered, enormously-endowed" character and a finish that lingers for over a minute, predicting it would age gracefully for 30 to 40 years. ​

The official tasting notes from Fonseca highlight its "opaque, dark purple color" and "fresh berry fruit aromas," complemented by "intense dark chocolate flavors. …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 13 in Stock

Vintage Port

Tasting notes: Medium depth of colour with a red rim, on the aroma starting to show some wonderful bottle age which follows through on the palate with a mild bitter chocolate character and fresh dark fruits. Good weight Freshness and extract on the palate leading to a spirit dominated finish.


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Price: £119.00
Stock: 6 in Stock

Porta dos Cavaleiros, Dao

Caves S. Joao, established in 1920, became a dominant force in Portuguese wine making in the early 20th century with their houses Porta dos Cavaleiros in Dao and Frei Joao in Bairrada. Given the shifting trends in consumer preferences, Bairrada and Dao fell to obscurity in the 1990s when critical influence drove the demand for bigger, extracted, warmer climate wines. As in all things, however, what comes around goes around! Sure enough, 20 years later savvy consumers and food-conscious sommeliers are looking for finesse and freshness and heading back to Bairrada and Dao. Wines that when young had a vegetal character, …
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Price: £79.00
Stock: 54 in Stock

Vintage Port
93 Points - Robert Parker Wine Advocate

The 1992 Quinta de la Rosa Vintage Port offers a chance to enjoy a well-crafted wine from a reputable producer and a noteworthy vintage year. Its rich complexity, aging potential, and harmonious balance make it a standout choice for special occasions or as a memorable addition to a port wine collection.

Tasting Notes
The 1992 Quinta de la Rosa has a deep garnet color, indicative of its maturity and concentration. The bouquet is rich and complex, featuring aromas of dark berries, blackcurrants, and plums, along with notes of figs, raisins, and subtle hints of spice and cedar. Full-bodied and robust on the palate, with a smooth texture and well-integrated tannins. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 9 in Stock

Quinta Poço do Lobo - Cabernet Sauvignon, Bairrada
*** Special Offer ***
Was £59 | Now only £29.95

Caves S. Joao, established in 1920, became a dominant force in Portuguese wine making in the early 20th century with their houses Porta dos Cavaleiros in Dao and Frei Joao in Bairrada. Given the shifting trends in consumer preferences, Bairrada and Dao fell to obscurity in the 1990s when critical influence drove the demand for bigger, extracted, warmer climate wines. As in all things, however, what comes around goes around! Sure enough, 20 years later savvy consumers and food-conscious sommeliers are looking for finesse and freshness and heading back to Bairrada and Dao. Wines that when young had a vegetal character, …
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Price: £29.95
Stock: 107 in Stock

Vintage Port

*** 90 Points (outstanding) Robert Parker

Reviews:
A supple, charming, dark ruby/purple-colored wine, Quinta do Vesuvio's 1992 Vintage Port offers excellent concentration, a velvety texture, not much weight or tannin, a precocious, penetrating fragrance, sweet fruit, medium to full body, and a gentle finish. It will drink well young and last for 20 years." Robert PArker, Wine Advocate
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 10 in Stock

Vintage Port

The 1991 Cockburn Vintage Port is a well-regarded wine from a notable vintage, recognized for its complexity and elegance. It opens with aromas of dark berries, plums, and black cherries, complemented by subtle notes of spice, chocolate, and a hint of floral character. On the palate, this port is rich and full-bodied, displaying concentrated fruit flavors balanced by smooth tannins and a refreshing acidity. The structure and depth of the wine promise long-term aging potential, allowing it to develop further complexity in the bottle. The finish is long and satisfying, with lingering flavors of dark fruit and spice. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 4 in Stock