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Mother Wine 1972 '30 Year' Port
50cl bottle

Golden colour with greenish tones and intense aroma, notes of wood, caramel and walnut.
In the mouth, it is full-bodied and fresh with notes of dried fruit and spices. A very long finish.



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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: £445.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Quinta De Vargellas Vintage Port

A rare vintage port from 1972.

Little Vintage Port was made in 1972 - the weather having made life unusually tricky. Taylor's - the masters of wine-making - produced a rather fine single quinta wine in the Quinta de Vargellas 1972. Mellow and pale, nose of spiced rose petals, palate of raspberries and dried red berries it is a delicious glassful.
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Price: £295.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Colheita Port

The 1971 Palmer Port Colheita is a very rare single-harvest Tawny Port, aged in seasoned oak casks for more than five decades. From an early 1970s vintage, this extraordinary Colheita shows remarkable maturity, elegance and complexity, offering a unique opportunity to enjoy a Port that has been patiently nurtured across generations. A true collector’s treasure. Drink now or enjoy over the next decade.


Tasting Notes:
Deep mahogany-tawny with golden edges. The nose is intensely complex, revealing aromas of dried figs, dates, roasted walnuts, caramelised orange peel, coffee and sweet spice. …
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Price: £349.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Ryst Dupeyron Reserve Joseph Millesime vintage Armagnac
50cl bottle

The 1971 Armagnac Millésime from Ryst Dupeyron is a stellar example of aged Armagnac, offering a complex and refined tasting experience for both connoisseurs and newcomers to the world of Armagnac.

Tasting Notes
Expect flavours typical of well-aged Armagnac, such as prunes, figs, and apricots, spices like vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg, roasted nuts, and possibly floral or woody undertones. The specific profile can vary based on the conditions of the 1971 growing season and the aging process it underwent.

Serving & Food Pairing
Armagnac is traditionally enjoyed neat, allowing you to fully appreciate its complexity. …
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Price: £159.00
Stock: 15 in Stock

Cantine Prandi, Barolo, Piedmont
Ex Cellars Library Release

1971 Barolo – Cantine Prandi

Producer Library Stock (Exclusive to VWP)

The 1971 vintage is regarded as one of the classic post-war years in Piedmont, producing Barolo wines of structure, perfume and remarkable longevity. This bottle from Cantine Prandi comes from a traditional era of Nebbiolo winemaking, when long ageing and patient cellar maturation were central to the style. Offered as last library stock, it represents a rare opportunity to acquire a bottle that has remained in producer or long-term cellar conditions since release.

Tasting Notes:
Now displaying a brick-garnet colour with amber highlights at the rim, the nose is mature and finely layered. …
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Price: £135.00
Stock: 29 in Stock

L. Bertolo

The Amarone DOC 1971 L. Bertolo 75 cl 14% is a traditional red wine from Veneto, Italy. Produced in the area of Verona under the Amarone della Valpolicella DOC and bottled by L. Bertolo, it is typically made from partially dried local grapes (Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara), following the classic appassimento method that gives Amarone its richness and structure.

Tasting notes:

Now extremely mature and well beyond peak, it shows evolved and tertiary aromas. The nose offers dried cherry, raisin, plum, leather, tobacco, and sweet spice, with earthy and slightly oxidative notes depending on storage. …
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Price: £169.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Produttori del Barbaresco - Riserva Rabajà

The Barbaresco DOC 1971 “Rabajà Riserva” Produttori del Barbaresco is an exceptionally rare and historic Nebbiolo wine from Piedmont, Italy. Produced by Produttori del Barbaresco, this Riserva comes from the Rabajà cru, one of the most prestigious vineyards in Barbaresco, known for its balance of power, elegance, and aromatic complexity.

This vintage represents the early Riserva bottlings from the cooperative, showcasing the quality and ageing potential of carefully selected parcels of Nebbiolo.

Tasting Notes:

The 1971 Rabajà Riserva is now fully mature and deeply tertiary. The nose reveals aromas of dried rose petals, …
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Price: £229.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Contratto, Barbaresco, Piedmonte

1971 Barbaresco – Giuseppe Contratto

The 1971 vintage is regarded as one of the classic years in Piedmont, producing structured and long-lived wines with impressive depth. Giuseppe Contratto, a historic name in the region founded in the 19th century, was known for traditional winemaking methods that allowed Nebbiolo to express its natural perfume and ageing potential. This bottle offers a rare glimpse into Barbaresco from a celebrated era of classical production.

Tasting Notes:
Now brick-garnet in colour with amber highlights at the rim, the nose is mature and finely layered. Aromas of dried cherry, rose petal and redcurrant intertwine with notes of leather, tobacco leaf and forest floor. …
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Price: £165.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Giordano Giovanni

1971 Barbaresco – Giordano Giovanni

The 1971 vintage is recognised as one of the classic years in Piedmont, producing wines of structure, perfume and impressive longevity. This Barbaresco from Giordano Giovanni reflects a traditional approach to Nebbiolo winemaking, where patient ageing and time in bottle allow the wine’s complexity and elegance to emerge fully.

Tasting Notes:
Now brick-garnet in colour with amber highlights at the rim, the nose is mature and expressive. Aromas of dried cherry, rose petal and redcurrant intertwine with notes of leather, tobacco leaf and forest floor. With time in the glass, subtle hints of truffle, cedarwood and warm spice develop, adding depth and refinement. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Giacomo Borgogno - Riserva

1971 Barbaresco – Giacomo Borgogno Riserva

The 1971 vintage is regarded as one of the classic years in Piedmont, producing wines of structure, perfume and excellent longevity. Giacomo Borgogno is one of the region’s historic producers, renowned for a traditional approach to Nebbiolo that emphasises extended ageing and patient cellar maturation. This Riserva bottling reflects that classical style, offering a rare glimpse into mature Barbaresco from a celebrated era.

Tasting Notes:
Now showing a brick-garnet colour with amber highlights at the rim, the nose is finely evolved and expressive. …
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Price: £139.00
Stock: 10 in Stock

Pio Cesare
Special Offer | Was £69.95 | Now £49

This mature Barbera comes from Pio Cesare, one of Piedmont’s most historic and respected estates, renowned for producing expressive, age-worthy wines that combine structure with elegance. The 1971 vintage displays a deep garnet-red colour with brick-orange highlights, reflecting over five decades of careful bottle ageing.

On the nose, it reveals inviting aromas of dried red cherries, plum, and blackberry, intertwined with notes of sweet spice, leather, tobacco, and a subtle earthy minerality. The palate is smooth and harmonious, with Barbera’s naturally vibrant acidity still providing lift and freshness. …
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Price: £49.00
Stock: 19 in Stock

Pio Cesare
Was £69.95
Clearance Offer | Damaged Label £49.95

This mature Barbera comes from Pio Cesare, one of Piedmont’s most historic and respected estates, renowned for producing expressive, age-worthy wines that combine structure with elegance. The 1971 vintage displays a deep garnet-red colour with brick-orange highlights, reflecting over five decades of careful bottle ageing.

On the nose, it reveals inviting aromas of dried red cherries, plum, and blackberry, intertwined with notes of sweet spice, leather, tobacco, and a subtle earthy minerality. The palate is smooth and harmonious, with Barbera’s naturally vibrant acidity still providing lift and freshness. …
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Price: £49.95
Stock: 1 in Stock

Salvano Saverio

This Barbera shows a deep garnet colour with subtle brick-orange highlights. The nose is aromatic with dried cherries, plum, and hints of sweet spice, accompanied by soft leather notes. The palate is smooth and approachable, with gentle tannins and flavours of stewed red fruits and a touch of earthiness, finishing elegant and balanced.

Decanting: Stand upright for 2–3 days to allow sediment to settle. Decant slowly through a fine strainer and aerate 1–2 hours before serving at 16–18°C. Fragile corks are common; strain any fragments during decanting.
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Price: £65.00
Stock: 10 in Stock

Luigi Rizzo

This Barbera shows a deep garnet colour with subtle brick-orange highlights. The nose is aromatic with dried cherries, plum, and hints of sweet spice, accompanied by soft leather notes. The palate is smooth and approachable, with gentle tannins and flavours of stewed red fruits and a touch of earthiness, finishing elegant and balanced.

Decanting: Stand upright for 2–3 days to allow sediment to settle. Decant slowly through a fine strainer and aerate 1–2 hours before serving at 16–18°C. Fragile corks are common; strain any fragments during decanting.
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Price: £79.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Bersano
Magnum Bottle (149cl)

This Barbera displays a rich garnet colour with warm brick highlights. The nose offers dried red cherries, plum, and soft spice, complemented by subtle leather and earthy undertones. On the palate, it is smooth and medium-bodied, with gentle tannins carrying flavours of stewed fruit and a hint of cocoa, finishing long and balanced.

Decanting: Stand upright for 2–3 days to allow sediment to settle. Decant carefully through a fine strainer and aerate 1–2 hours before serving at 16–18°C. Fragile corks are common; strain any fragments during decanting.
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Bersano
Was £79.95
Clearance Offer | Damaged Label £35

This Barbera displays a rich garnet colour with warm brick highlights. The nose offers dried red cherries, plum, and soft spice, complemented by subtle leather and earthy undertones. On the palate, it is smooth and medium-bodied, with gentle tannins carrying flavours of stewed fruit and a hint of cocoa, finishing long and balanced.

Decanting: Stand upright for 2–3 days to allow sediment to settle. Decant carefully through a fine strainer and aerate 1–2 hours before serving at 16–18°C. Fragile corks are common; strain any fragments during decanting.
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Price: £35.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Contratto, Barbera, Piedmonte

1971 Barbera d’Asti – Contratto

The 1971 vintage is regarded as one of the classic post-war years in Piedmont, producing wines of balance, structure and notable longevity. From the historic house of Contratto, founded in 1867 and long associated with traditional regional winemaking, this Barbera d’Asti reflects an era when wines were crafted with freshness and ageing potential in mind.

Tasting Notes:
Now displaying a mature brick-red hue with garnet reflections at the rim, the nose is expressive and gently evolved. Aromas of dried cherry, plum and redcurrant are layered with notes of leather, dried herbs and subtle spice. …
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Price: £75.00
Stock: 5 in Stock

Bersano - Half Litre Bottle (50cl)

This Barbera d’Asti shows a deep garnet colour with brick-orange highlights. The nose opens with dried cherries, plum, and soft spice, complemented by subtle leather and earthy notes. On the palate, it is smooth and medium-bodied, with gentle tannins and flavours of stewed red fruits, finishing long, balanced, and approachable.

Decanting: Stand upright for 2–3 days to allow sediment to settle. Decant slowly through a fine strainer and aerate 1–2 hours before serving at 16–18°C. Fragile corks are common; strain any fragments during decanting.
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Price: £39.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

Cantine F. Vernetti
Clearance Offer | Was £59 | Now £45

This Barbera del Monferrato shows a deep garnet-red colour with brick-orange highlights. The nose offers aromas of dried cherries, plum, and soft spice, with subtle leather and earthy undertones. On the palate, it is smooth and medium-bodied, with gentle tannins carrying flavours of stewed red fruits and a hint of cocoa, finishing long and harmonious.

Decanting: Stand upright for 2–3 days to allow sediment to settle. Decant carefully through a fine strainer and aerate 1–2 hours before serving at 16–18°C. Fragile corks are common; strain any fragments during decanting.
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Price: £45.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Giacomo Borgogno - Riserva

This Barolo Riserva shows a deep garnet colour with warm brick-orange highlights. The nose offers dried cherries, rose, gentle spice, and subtle notes of leather and tobacco. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, with refined, silky tannins supporting flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of truffle, and earthy undertones, finishing long, elegant, and structured.

Decanting: Stand upright for 2–3 days to allow sediment to settle. Decant slowly through a fine strainer and aerate 1–2 hours before serving at 16–18°C. Fragile corks are common; strain any fragments during decanting.
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Price: £289.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Prandi

This Barolo displays a garnet-red colour with brick-orange highlights, reflecting its age gracefully. The nose offers dried red cherries, rose petal, gentle spice, and hints of leather and forest floor. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, with refined tannins supporting flavours of stewed cherries, subtle truffle, and earthy undertones, finishing long, structured, and elegant.

Decanting: Stand upright for 2–3 days to allow sediment to settle. Decant carefully through a fine strainer and aerate 1–2 hours before serving at 16–18°C. Fragile corks are common; strain any fragments during decanting. …
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Price: £189.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Paolo Gaggino

This Barolo displays a garnet-red colour with brick-orange highlights. The nose opens with dried cherries, rose petal, and gentle spice, complemented by subtle leather and earthy hints. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, with soft, refined tannins and flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of cocoa, and a touch of truffle, finishing long, elegant, and harmonious.

Decanting: Stand upright for 2–3 days to allow sediment to settle. Decant carefully through a fine strainer and aerate 1–2 hours before serving at 16–18°C. Fragile corks are common; strain any fragments during decanting.
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Price: £159.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Kiola, Barolo, Piedmont

This Barolo displays a deep garnet-red colour with brick-orange highlights. The nose offers dried cherries, rose, gentle spice, and subtle hints of leather and earthy forest notes. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, with refined tannins carrying flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of truffle, and a touch of cocoa, finishing long, elegant, and balanced.

Decanting: Stand upright for 2–3 days to allow sediment to settle. Decant carefully through a fine strainer and aerate 1–2 hours before serving at 16–18°C. Fragile corks are common; strain any fragments during decanting.
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Price: £139.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Giordano - Riserva, Barolo, Piedmont

This Barolo Riserva shows a garnet-red colour with brick-orange highlights. The nose opens with dried red cherries, rose petal, gentle spice, and hints of leather and forest floor. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, with refined tannins supporting flavours of stewed cherries, subtle truffle, and earthy undertones, finishing long, structured, and elegant.

Decanting: Stand upright for 2–3 days to allow sediment to settle. Decant carefully through a fine strainer and aerate 1–2 hours before serving at 16–18°C. Fragile corks are common; strain any fragments during decanting.


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Price: £149.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Cà Rossa - Giuseppe Ravinale
Was £169
Clearance Offer | Damaged Label £129

1971 Ca’ Rossa Barolo

Overview:
A beautifully mature expression of traditional Piedmontese winemaking, the 1971 Ca’ Rossa Barolo reflects one of the region’s most respected classic vintages. Now fully evolved, it offers the haunting tertiary complexity, savoury depth and quiet elegance that make mature Barolo such a compelling experience for collectors and lovers of old Nebbiolo.

Appearance:
Pale garnet with pronounced brick-orange evolution at the rim, showing the graceful maturity characteristic of long-aged traditional Barolo. …
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Price: £129.00
Stock: 1 in Stock