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Royal Oporto 1977 Vintage Port

The 1977 vintage stands among the great declared years of the modern era, and Royal Oporto’s expression offers both maturity and classic structure.

Now fully evolved, the wine presents a deep garnet colour shading gently towards brick at the rim. The nose is layered and inviting, with aromas of black cherry, dried plum and fig, complemented by notes of dark chocolate, leather, cedar and sweet spice.

On the palate, it shows impressive harmony. The once firm tannins have softened into a smooth, rounded texture, yet there remains a reassuring backbone that gives the wine shape and persistence. …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 7 in Stock

Vintage Port

1977 Smith Woodhouse – Vintage Port

A great year and a quietly classic house: the ’77 Smith Woodhouse is now at a glorious, mature plateau. Deep garnet shading to tawny at the rim; the nose is layered and refined—black cherry liqueur, fig and date, sweet orange peel, cacao and coffee bean, with violet, cedar and a touch of eucalyptus. The palate is silken and beautifully knit: sweet blackberry and kirsch glide over lively acidity and velvety, resolved tannins; notes of walnut, dark chocolate and baking spice lead to a long, graceful finish with candied citrus and cocoa.

Producer note: Smith Woodhouse (part of the Fladgate partnership) is known for concentrated, …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

Vintage Port
Remains of label

The 1977 vintage is widely regarded as one of the great declared years of the 20th century, producing Vintage Ports of exceptional structure, concentration and longevity. Taylor’s, one of the most revered names in the Douro, released a 1977 that has become a benchmark for both the house and the vintage.

Renowned for its firm backbone, precision and remarkable ageing potential, Taylor’s style is typically powerful in youth, evolving slowly over decades into a wine of depth and refinement. The 1977 exemplifies this character, combining intensity with classical balance.

Tasting Notes:
Now deep garnet with brick tones at the rim, the nose is richly evolved and complex. …
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Price: £139.00
Stock: 8 in Stock

Vintage Port

The 1977 vintage is widely regarded as one of the great declared years of the 20th century, producing Vintage Ports of exceptional structure, concentration and longevity. Taylor’s, one of the most revered names in the Douro, released a 1977 that has become a benchmark for both the house and the vintage.

Renowned for its firm backbone, precision and remarkable ageing potential, Taylor’s style is typically powerful in youth, evolving slowly over decades into a wine of depth and refinement. The 1977 exemplifies this character, combining intensity with classical balance.

Tasting Notes:
Now deep garnet with brick tones at the rim, the nose is richly evolved and complex. …
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Price: £149.00
Stock: 12 in Stock

Vintage Port
150cl bottle Magnum Format

Robert Parker writes.... "This house must certainly be the Latour of Portugal. Their ports are remarkably backward yet still impressive when young. Of all the vintage ports, those of Taylor need the longest time to mature and even when fully mature seem to have an inner strength and firmness that keep them going for decades. Their tawnys are also among the very best, though somewhat expensive. The 1977 has consistently been at the top of my list of vintage ports in this great vintage, although the Dow, Graham, and Fonseca are equally splendid. It is a mammoth, opaque, statuesque vintage port of remarkable depth and power. …
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Price: £495.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

1976 Colheita Port in Gift Box
RRP £139 Limited Offer £99
Offer ends Friday the 1st May

Quinta da Devesa 1976 Colheita Port
An exceptional single-harvest Tawny Port from the 1976 vintage, matured for many decades in seasoned oak casks at Quinta da Devesa in the heart of the Douro Valley. Colheita Ports are made from grapes harvested in a single year and then aged slowly in wood, allowing the wine to develop the remarkable complexity, elegance and concentration that only long cask maturation can achieve.

The 1976 vintage produced wines of excellent structure and longevity, and this Port has benefited from careful ageing in the cool lodges of the estate. Over nearly half a century in oak, …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 11 in Stock

Colheita Port in Box
Decanter (DWWA) Platinum Award - 2025
Special Offer | Was £149 | Now £132.50

The 1976 Kopke Colheita Port is a benchmark single-harvest tawny from Portugal’s oldest Port house, showcasing decades of gentle cask ageing and graceful complexity. Already in prime drinking form, it delivers depth, finesse and remarkable length. Enjoy now and over the coming years.

Tasting Notes:
Mahogany-amber with a lifted bouquet of orange zest, dried fig and date, walnut and almond brittle, brûléed sugar and a hint of polished wood and cinnamon. The palate is silk-textured and beautifully poised: caramel, marmalade and toffee unfold in layers, balanced by bright, citrus-lined acidity that keeps the sweetness in check. …
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Price: £132.50
Stock: 2 in Stock

50 Year Tawny Port
98 Points- Wine Advocate

Kopke 50 Year Old Tawny Port
A distinguished wine, representing the pinnacle of aged tawny ports. With five decades of aging, this port offers unparalleled depth and complexity.

Tasting Notes
This 50 Year Old Tawny Port is a rich, complex wine with a deep amber colour and golden-brown rim. Its aroma is rich and complex, with notes of dried fruits, caramel, toffee, butterscotch, roasted nuts, and subtle wood, spice, and citrus zest. The palate is smooth and velvety, with layers of dried fruits, caramel, brown sugar, nutty character, molasses, dark chocolate, and coffee. The finish is long and complex, with lingering flavors of dried fruits, caramel, nuts, and spice. …
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Price: £175.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

50 Year Old Tawny Port in Decanter
Exclusive to VWP
Was £129
Special Offer £99
Offer ends Friday the 1st May

The Maynard's 50 year old tawny is our latest addition to our 50 year old Port line-up. Maynard's is renowned for its excellent quality at outstanding value and this 50 year old gem is no exception! This is also a UK exclusive for VWP.

Named after the first established English Port wine shipper in Oporto, Walter Maynard, this aged Port has been blended from historic stocks of tawny Port to give an average age of 50 years and is released under the new 50 year old tawny Port category.

Presented in a decanter, this is a powerful port with complex nuttiness aromas in harmony with spicy notes, warm roasted coffee and cinnamon hints from the long contact with oak wood during the ageing process. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 12 in Stock

Colheita Port
Presented in a Decanter
Exclusive to VWP

Maynard’s 1976 Colheita Port
A superb mature Colheita Port from the 1976 vintage, aged for many decades in seasoned oak casks before bottling. This long maturation has produced a beautifully balanced Tawny Port with remarkable depth, elegance and freshness.

Now approaching fifty years of age, the wine shows the extraordinary character that only extended cask ageing can create. Rich, complex and wonderfully refined, it is a classic example of the traditional Colheita style.

Tasting Notes
Deep amber-tawny in colour with subtle olive-green hints at the rim, a hallmark of long barrel ageing. …
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Price: £189.00
Stock: 12 in Stock

50 Year Old White Port
96/100 Points -REVISTA DE VINHOS

Indulge in the captivating bouquet of this 50-year-old White Port, with an intense and complex aroma of spices, dates, and nutty undertones, complemented by a zesty citrus profile and subtle hints of brown sugar. On the perfectly balanced palate, flavors of nuts, caramel, and creme brulee are carried through to a long and zesty finish. Meticulously crafted from a blend of different varieties and aged for an average of 50 years, this wine is a true masterpiece.

COLOUR
Dark Amber with green edge.

AROMA
The aroma of this wine is highly intense and complex, showcasing a blend of spices, dates, and nutty undertones that intermingle with notes of candied fruits. …
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Price: £249.00
Stock: 6 in Stock

Colheita Port in Gift Box
94 Points- Robert Parkers- Wine Advocate

This extraordinary 1976 Colheita Port wine from Quevedo was born during one of the hottest and driest years in 20th-century Europe. With meticulous care, it fermented in granite vats and aged for nearly 50 years in chestnut wood barrels. Today, it offers a harmonious and intricate palate, with notes of creme brulee, nuts, spices, and citrus, that will surely tantalize your taste buds and leave a lasting impression.

Tasting notes: This wine's aroma is as elegant as it is complex, with a delightful medley of flavors that include creme brulee, nuts, caramel, almonds, hazelnuts, spices, and citrus. …
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Price: £225.00
Stock: 27 in Stock

50 Year Old White Port in Gift Box
97 Points - PLATINUM - Decanter 2024

The Devesa 50 White Port is not merely a wine; it is a symphony of flavours, a celebration of nature's artistry, and a tribute to the passage of time. Let each sip transport you to the heart of the Douro Valley, where every vine has a story, and every bottle holds a masterpiece.

Tasting Notes
The aroma rises bouquet of dried apricots, toasted almonds, and whispers of honey, each scent a verse in this poetic saga. On the palate, it unfolds with a grace that only time can bestow—silky layers of caramel, citrus zest, and a lingering finish that echoes the warmth of the sun-soaked earth. …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 25 in Stock

50 Year Old Tawny Port in Gift Box
96 points - Revista de Vinhos

The Messias 50 Year Old Tawny Port was crafted to showcase the expertise of the producer and celebrate a significant milestone, offering Port enthusiasts a rich and memorable tasting experience.

Tasting Notes:
Messias 50 years old is a Tawny Port wine is a mellow, rich, subtle Port wine. It stands out for its remarkable balance of honeyed notes of citrus jam, marmalade and very delicate acidity with floral hints, highlighting notes of orange blossom and caramelized orange peel.

Serving & Food Pairing
Tawny Ports are ready-to drink and do not require decanting. Best enjoyed slightly chilled at 12-13ºC they will work wonders if pairing with treacle tart, crème brulee or nut based desserts, like hazelnut praline. …
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Price: £185.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

50 Year Old White Port in Gift Tube
50cl Bottle

This 50 Year Old White Port is a captivating gem with a amber hue that hints at its age and complexity. The nose is an intricate tapestry of aromas, where toasted nuts and caramelized orange peel intertwine with hints of honey and a subtle note of dried apricot. On the palate, it offers a rich, luxurious experience with flavours of roasted almonds and golden toffee, balanced by a vibrant acidity that keeps it refreshingly lively. The finish is long and sumptuous, with a velvety smoothness that leaves a lingering impression of sweet spice and warmth. This port is a masterful blend of age and elegance, perfect for savouring slowly and enjoying its depth and sophistication. …
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Price: £169.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Quinta Cachao Vintage Port
Messias Library Release

The 1976 Quinta do Cachão Vintage Port from Messias represents a classic expression of the renowned Douro Valley's terroir and wine making craftsmanship. The estate has a rich history of Port wine production, dating back generations. It is known for producing wines that reflect the unique characteristics of its vineyards and the Douro’s microclimates.

Tasting Notes
Tawny colour. Caramel, coffee, figs and walnuts in the nose. Medium body. Mature and appearing in flavour - raisins and dried fruit in abundance. Elegant and complex with an attractive and good finish. VWP Tasting 2016. …
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Price: £185.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Colheita Port in Gift Tube
98 Points - James Suckling

"Colheitas" such as this 1976 Quinta Das Carvalhas are Porto's great quality, originating from the single harvest mentioned on the label. After harvest, the wine is aged in seasoned oak barrels for a significant period, often until the point of bottling, allowing it to develop complex flavours and characteristics unique to the vintage.

Tasting Notes
Wine Spectator's tasting notes describe the wine as having rich, creamed peach and papaya notes, along with light hazelnut and ginger cream nuances. The finish is elegant, with jasmine oil and honeysuckle adding complexity. This port has been praised for its balance and intricate flavors, making it a great choice for special occasions or as a collector's item. …
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Price: £159.00
Stock: 18 in Stock

50 Year Old Tawny Port in Gift Tube
97 Points James Suckling

This 50 Year Old Tawny Port is an exquisite and rare port, representing the pinnacle of aged tawny port. Produced by Quinta das Carvalhas, one of the most prestigious estates in the Douro Valley, this port is known for its remarkable complexity, depth, and refinement.

Tasting Notes
Deep amber with mahogany highlights and a subtle greenish hue, indicating extensive aging. Its aroma is complex, with notes of dried fruits, caramel, toffee, butterscotch, spices, vanilla, aged oak, roasted coffee, and dark chocolate. The palate is smooth and full-bodied, with layers of flavours including dried fruits, caramel, honey, spices, nutmeg, cinnamon, and toasted almonds. …
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Price: £229.00
Stock: 10 in Stock

50 Year Old Tawny Port
100 Points Richard Mayson - World Of fine Wine

The Grahams 50 year old Tawny has a captivating deep orange-brown hue, framed by a dark walnut base and a pale green rim. It has complex aromas with layers of orange blossom, fruitcake and butterscotch, creating a balanced and concentrated sensory experience. The mouthfeel is substantial, rich and creamy with vibrant acidity, enchanting notes of seasoned wood, nutmeg, and cinnamon, and a lingering finish that endures on the palate.

Charles Symington, Graham’s Head Winemaker and Master Blender, selected two main components for the 50 Year Old blend. The first is a wine from 1969 known as 'CAS Reserve', which was originally set aside by Peter Symington to mark Charles’ birth, giving the wine his initials. …
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Price: £385.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Quinta do Noval 50-Year Old Tawny Port
In Gift Case

Quinta do Noval 50-Year-Old Tawny Port

After fifty years of meticulous ageing in seasoned oak barrels, this extraordinary Tawny Port has evolved into a wine of rare depth, complexity, and purity. The prolonged maturation process, under the constant care of the Quinta do Noval technical team, results in a profound sensory experience, crafted for the sophisticated connoisseur who seeks the exceptional.

Winemaking & Terroir
This Port is made exclusively from grapes grown in Quinta do Noval, Vale de Mendiz, in the heart of the Douro Valley, using a traditional multivarietal field blend. Key grape varieties include Touriga Nacional, …
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Price: £395.00
Stock: 6 in Stock

Colheita Port
Half Bottle

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Price: £159.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

50 Year Old Tawny Port
***95 Points- GOLD- Decanter 2023***

Beautiful pale tawny in colour. The 50-Year-Old Tawny is exceptionally pronounced and complex in aroma profile. Intense aromas of dried fruits, roasted walnuts, toffee and spice burst out of the glass. Velvety smooth on the palate, with a bright acidity keeping the decadent flavours on the straight and narrow and all culminating in a deliciously lingering finish.

There are few more iconic images in the world of wine than the ‘Don’, the logo created for the Sandeman family in 1928 by George Massiot Brown. The cape was modelled on the attire worn by university students in Porto, while the wide-brimmed hat was a nod to the family’s presence in Jerez. …
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Price: £289.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Colheita Port in Presentation Decanter
Special Offer Was £159
Special Offer Now £115
Offer ends Friday the 1st May

The 1975 Royal Oporto Colheita Port is a timeless port wine of elegance and complexity crafted by Real Companhia Velha, one of Portugal’s most historic and prestigious wine houses. "Colheita" signifies a tawny port from a single harvest, aged in wooden casks for decades to develop exceptional depth and character. After a half a century of maturation, this unique premium port offers a truly refined drinking experience.

Tasting Notes:
This luxurious tawny port boasts a mesmerising amber hue, exuding captivating aromas of dried figs, raisins, and toasted almonds, beautifully intertwined with caramel, toffee, and delicate spice. …
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Price: £115.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

Colheita Port in Gift Tube
95 Points - CellarTracker
Was £149
Special Offer £135
Offer ends Friday the 1st May

The 1975 Burmester Colheita Port is an exceptional cask-aged port from a single harvest. This vintage has received excellent reviews, with a critic score of 95/100 on CellarTracker, making it a top-tier port from this year.

Tasting Notes
Rich and mature port wine with a lovely amber hue. Intense and complex aroma, featuring notes of English cake, raisins, dried figs, toasted almonds and a hint of truffle and tea. On the palate, it is delicate, smooth and velvety, wonderfully balanced, with flavours of caramel, Muscovado sugar and walnuts, balanced by fresh orange and lemon acidity. …
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Price: £135.00
Stock: 21 in Stock

Colheita Port

Exclusive

The 1975 Palmer Colheita Ports are single-vintage Tawny Ports. They are aged in wooden barrels for a minimum of seven years, but a 1975 Colheita would have undergone several decades of maturation, resulting in a deeply complex and nuanced wine.

Tasting Notes:
1975 Palmer is now a n oak colour reflecting its great age and time in barrel. On the nose there is a rich bouquet with pronounced notes of dried fruits (such as figs, dates, and apricots), nuts (especially almonds and walnuts), caramel, and toffee. There are also subtle hints of spices, vanilla, and even a touch of smokiness from the long barrel aging. …
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Price: £129.00
Stock: 1 in Stock