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Sercial Colheita Madeira
Includes gift box as illustrated
***93 Points-GOLD- Decanter DWWA 2023***

Blandys Madeira has been synonymous with quality Madeira wine for over 200 years. The Blandys are unique in being the only family of all the original founders of the Madeira wine trade to still own and manage their own original wine company. The family has played a leading role in the development of Madeira wine throughout its long history and members of the family continue to live on Madeira, maintaining a tradition that goes back to 1811.

Blandys 2009 Sercial Madeira
A dry single vintage (Colheita) Madeira aged for 13 years in 650cl casks at the Blandy’s lodge in Funchal. The Sercial grapes were predominantly sourced from Seixal on the North coast of the island. …
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Price: £74.95
Stock: 6 in Stock

Barbaresco "Asili"
93 Points- James Suckling

If you appreciate high-quality Nebbiolo wines with a sense of place and a long aging trajectory, this is a fantastic choice. The unique terroir of the Asili vineyard (one of the best in Barbaresco) is offering a harmonious and elegant wine experience. While it’s enjoyable now, the 2009 vintage is still quite young and will continue to evolve beautifully over the next two decades.

Tasting Notes:
This vintage presents a deep garnet hue and offers an aromatic profile rich with floral notes, sweet cherry, strawberry, and hints of anise and menthol. On the palate, it is rich and elegant, with a long, satisfying finish balanced by dusty tannins. …
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Price: £199.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Haut-Medoc, Cru Bourgeous

Château Beaumont 2009, Haut-Médoc Cru Bourgeois

The 2009 Château Beaumont is a rich and generous Haut-Médoc, reflecting the warmth and ripeness of this outstanding vintage. As a well-regarded Cru Bourgeois, it offers excellent value and classic Bordeaux character with a more approachable, fruit-driven style.

The nose is expressive and inviting, with aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry and ripe plum, layered with notes of cedar, sweet spice and a hint of vanilla from oak ageing. There is a warmth and depth to the aromatics, typical of the 2009 vintage.

On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, with ripe, rounded tannins and a generous core of dark fruit. …
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Price: £42.95
Stock: 1 in Stock

St Julien, 2eme Growth Classification

Château Ducru-Beaucaillou, located in the renowned Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France, is an iconic estate celebrated for its exceptional wines and illustrious history. Dating back to the 18th century, this historic property has been meticulously tended by generations of the Borie family, who have upheld a tradition of excellence in winemaking. Situated on gravelly soils along the Gironde River, the vineyards are predominantly planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, with smaller proportions of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, yielding grapes of exceptional depth and complexity. …
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Price: £340.00
Stock: 12 in Stock

St Emilon Grand Cru

The 2009 Château Larcis Ducasse is an outstanding wine from the Saint-Émilion appellation in Bordeaux, France. As a Premier Grand Cru Classé (B), Château Larcis Ducasse is known for producing terroir-driven wines that highlight the richness and complexity of its limestone and clay soils. The 2009 vintage is one of Bordeaux's most celebrated years, marked by near-perfect growing conditions that resulted in ripe, opulent, and age-worthy wines.

Wine Overview
The 2009 Château Larcis Ducasse is composed of the estate’s typical blend:

Merlot (dominant): Providing plush texture, ripe fruit, and richness. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

St Emilion Grand cru, Bordeaux
92 Points - Wine advocate

The 2009 Château Quinault L’Enclos is a richly textured and beautifully expressive Saint-Émilion from one of Bordeaux’s outstanding vintages. The wine opens with an inviting bouquet of ripe black cherry, plum and raspberry compote, lifted by notes of sweet spice, mocha and a touch of dried rose. The aromatics are warm, generous and immediately seductive.

On the palate, the 2009 is plush and supple, delivering a silky wave of ripe red and black fruit wrapped in polished tannins. Flavours of blackberry, cherry liqueur and dark cocoa are complemented by hints of vanilla, cedar and soft baking spice. …
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Price: £49.95
Stock: 11 in Stock

Margaux 2nd Growth Classification

Château Rauzan-Gassies 2009, Margaux

The 2009 vintage was a modern classic in Bordeaux — warm, generous, and remarkably consistent — and Château Rauzan-Gassies captures its spirit with poise and refinement. As a distinguished Deuxième Cru Classé of Margaux, the château’s 2009 bottling exemplifies both the power and perfume that define this celebrated appellation. It is a wine of depth and charm, offering the richness of a great year balanced by the elegance for which Margaux is renowned.

In the glass, it reveals a deep ruby-garnet hue with youthful vibrancy. The nose is immediately expressive, layered with ripe blackcurrant, plum, and dark cherry, accented by floral notes of violet and hints of cedar, vanilla, and graphite. …
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Price: £69.95
Stock: 3 in Stock

St Julien, 4me Cru Classe

Château Talbot, situated in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France, is renowned for its prestigious history and exceptional red wines. With origins tracing back to the 17th century, the estate's vineyards span approximately 107 hectares, primarily planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot grapes. Benefiting from gravelly and sandy soils, Château Talbot crafts wines that epitomize the elegance and complexity of Saint-Julien terroir. Known for their depth, structure, and aging potential, the estate's wines exhibit ripe fruit flavors, refined tannins, and a distinct Saint-Julien character. …
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Price: £99.00
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Vintage Port
Magnum Bottle (150cl)
93 Points - Wine Enthusiast

The Croft Vintage Port 2009 is a deep purple black colour. The nose combines an opulent and seductive fruitiness with an intricate kaleidoscope of complex multidimensional aroma. Pungent resiny scents of eucalyptus and rock rose, notes of lychee and passion-fruit combine with exotic hints of leather, musk and cedar. The palate is round and velvety and the dense but well integrated tannins are wrapped in a cloak of succulent berry fruit flavour. The jammy fruit carries through into the finish where it is lifted by an attractive crispness and pungency.


Learn more about Croft
2009 Harvest Report
2009 will be remembered as a year of low yields. …
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Price: £195.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Vintage Port, Douro
IMPERIAL 6lt Bottle

A very rare outstanding 6 litre bottle of 2009 vintage Port Wine from Fonseca.
Impenetrable black colour. A classic Fonseca nose dominated by an exuberant, hedonistic fruitiness, a powerful redolence of dark dense blackberry and blackcurrant which slowly releases a heady mix of spicy and herbal aromas, seductive notes of coffee and cocoa, hints of prune and wild scents of gum cistus. The thick velvety tannins give the wine a voluptuous density, integrating effortlessly with the sumptuous infusion of blackberry jam, dark chocolate and liquorice which coats the palate. The tannins are also present on the finish which brims with blackberry and blackcurrant flavour. …
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Price: £995.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Vintage Port, Douro

Fonseca belongs in the first rank of Vintage Port houses. It is recognised for the stylistic consistency of its wines which have been made by five generations of the same family since the firm’s foundation in 1822. Fonseca Vintage Ports are noted for their expressive, luscious fruitiness, which develops great opulence and complexity with age, as well as a voluptuous roundness on the palate supported by velvety mouth-filling tannins.

Tasting Notes: Impenetrable black colour. A classic Fonseca nose dominated by an exuberant, hedonistic fruitiness, a powerful redolence of dark dense blackberry and blackcurrant which slowly releases a heady mix of spicy and herbal aromas, …
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 11 in Stock

Toscana IGT, Giordano

Good-quality Sangiovese is prized for its high acid, firm tannins and balanced nature. Savory flavors of dark cherries and black stone fruit are characteristic, and may be backed by secondary notes of tomato leaf and dried herbs. The use of oak has become more popular and this coaxes richer flavors from the grapes, tending toward plum and wild raspberry.
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Price: £29.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Giordano

Very forward nose of leather and cherries, liquorice wild strawberries, ripe plums and pencil .The palate is very nice balance of sweet fruit and acidity.
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Price: £29.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Vintage Port in Gift Box
91 Points - Wine Advocate

Burmester 2008 Vintage Port

From one of the Douro Valley’s oldest and most respected Port houses, the Burmester 2008 Vintage Port captures the spirit of a remarkable single harvest. Crafted from grapes grown on steep schist terraces overlooking the River Douro, this wine reflects both tradition and precision. The 2008 vintage yielded fruit of exceptional purity and balance — perfectly suited to Burmester’s elegant, terroir-driven style.

In the glass, it shows a deep ruby core with a faint garnet rim, signalling the first hints of maturity. The bouquet is rich and expressive, unfolding aromas of black cherry, plum, and dark chocolate alongside subtle notes of cedar, spice, and dried fig. …
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Price: £69.95
Stock: 18 in Stock

Colheita Port in Gift Tube
90 Points - Wine Enthusiast

2008 Burmester Colheita Port
Single Harvest Tawny Port – Bottled 2023

The 2008 Burmester Colheita is a beautifully matured single-harvest Tawny Port, aged in seasoned oak casks for 15 years before bottling. It offers a fine expression of Burmester’s elegant and refined house style, balancing richness with freshness.

Tasting Notes:
Amber-gold in colour with a bright rim. The nose opens with layers of dried apricot, orange peel, toasted almonds, and soft vanilla. On the palate, it is smooth and well-integrated, showing notes of caramelised nuts, fig, and butterscotch, with a lingering touch of spice and citrus zest. …
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Price: £42.95
Stock: 19 in Stock

Quinta Santa Luiz Vintage Port in Gift Box

The 2008 Quinta Santa Luiz Vintage Port Wine comes from Kopke; the oldest port house. Established in 1638 by Nicolau Kopke and his son Cristiano, who came to Portugal as representatives of the Hanseatic League, the House has been run through the generations by several representatives of the Kopke family, obtaining an excellent reputation for its wines.


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Price: £49.95
Stock: 42 in Stock

White Colheita Port in Gift Box
93 Points- Vertde Vin

The 2008 Kopke White port has a cool, light-amber colour. This unique white colheita derives from the traditional white grapes of the Porto e Douro region. Starting with aromas of a Pear Clafouti and burnt sugar, this elegant port delivers luscious flavours of Japanese pear-apple, with accents of hazelnut, nutmeg and orange zest. The lingering grapefruit finish provides the perfect balance for the sweetness.

Food Pairing:
Shows finesse and sophistication when combined with caramel desserts, dried fruits and spices, like caramel fondant with apple and ginger jelly, tatin tart, burnt cream and Cheeses of minimum intensity. …
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Price: £44.95
Stock: 6 in Stock

Colheita Port
50cl Bottle

The 2008 Palmer Port Colheita (50cl) is a finely crafted single-harvest Tawny Port, aged in seasoned oak casks to reveal the elegance and character of the 2008 vintage. Presented in a half-litre format, it is perfect for sharing or enjoying over several occasions. Silky, balanced and expressive, this Colheita is ready to drink now but will continue to evolve gracefully. Enjoy now or cellar until 2033+.


Tasting Notes:
Amber in colour with golden highlights. The nose reveals aromas of dried figs, orange peel, toasted hazelnuts and a hint of honey. On the palate, layers of caramel, raisin, roasted almond and sweet spice are lifted by lively acidity, creating freshness and balance. …
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Price: £36.95
Stock: 12 in Stock

Colheita Port
91 Points- Wine Enthusiast

Indulge in the full-bodied character of Colheita 2008, featuring a complex nose of chestnut, spices, dry grape, fig, and plum. Aged in both oak and chestnut wood barrels, this wine boasts a unique profile with noticeable tannins and a gradual transition from fresh fruit notes to drier, nuttier flavors. With remarkable aging potential, it promises to unveil increasingly intricate complexities over time.

Winemakers Notes

COLOUR
Intense brick colour

AROMA
Complex nose of chestnut, spices, dry grape, fig, and plum.

PALATE
The wine's full-bodied character is apparent on the palate, and it presents noticeable tannins that contribute to its elegant quality. …
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Price: £38.95
Stock: 8 in Stock

Ryst Dupeyron Reserve Joseph Millesime vintage Armagnac
50cl bottle
Includes original cardboard gift box

A well matured 2008 Armagnac suitable for sipping neat to fully appreciate its depth and complexity.

Tasting Notes
Deep amber colour, indicating a decade of oak aging. The nose is intense and rich, with notes of dried fruits, vanilla, caramel, and toffee. The palate is smooth and warming, with a balanced blend of dried fruit, honey, and spice. The finish is long and satisfying, with lingering notes of oak, spice, and a gentle warmth. The mouthfeel is full-bodied and rich, with a slightly viscous or oily texture. The wine has well-integrated flavours with a good balance of sweetness, spice, and oak. …
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Price: £44.95
Stock: 14 in Stock

Colheita Port

Colheita Ports are known for their elegance and finesse. The 2008 Messias Colheita Port showcases the characteristics of a single vintage and reflects the careful aging process in oak barrels.

Tasting notes:
Tawny colour with amber reflections, indicating prolonged ageing. Aromas of dried fruits like figs, dates, and apricots. Notes of almonds and walnuts, with hints of caramel and toffee. Hints of spices and a touch of oak. Smooth and velvety palate, with a wide range of flavours, including dried fruits and nuts. The sweetness is balanced by a good level of acidity, which adds structure and complexity. …
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Price: £34.95
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St Julien 4me cru classe, Bordeaux

Château Beychevelle is a 4ème Cru Classé St-Julien wine estate with one of the most impressive châteaux in the whole of the Médoc. The 2008 is a blend of 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 47% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc. Elegant and powerful, expressing aromas of red fruit, blackcurrants and spices.

About Château Beychevelle Chateau Beychevelle is a prestigious wine estate located in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a history that dates back to the 17th century, the estate has garnered a reputation for producing exceptional red wines. Spanning approximately 90 hectares, the vineyard benefits from gravelly soils and a favorable microclimate, …
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Price: £129.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Margaux 2me cru Classe, Bordeaux
92 Points- RobertParker.com

This 2008 Chateau Brane Cantenac is stunning, evolved, dark plum/ruby-hued that reveals aromas of the forest floor, sweet black and red currants, licorice and roasted herbs. Classic, elegant and medium to full-bodied, it provides a sexy, complex, intellectual as well as hedonistic turn-on. Drink this delicious Margaux over the next 12-15+ years. Score: 92 Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (194), May 2011.

The 2008 Brane-Cantenac is a blend of 28% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc and 70% Cabernet Sauvignon. There remains that eucalyptus tincture that I have picked up on previous bottles, though here it is less pronounced, …
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Price: £74.95
Stock: 6 in Stock

Pauillac, 5th Growth classification

2008 Château d’Armailhac is a refined and classically styled Pauillac that captures the poise and precision of this cooler Bordeaux vintage. Now in its perfect drinking window, it shows how beautifully the Mouton Rothschild stable performs in years that favour elegance over sheer power. The wine displays a deep garnet core with soft, mature edges.

The bouquet is aromatic and inviting, opening with cassis, black cherry and mulberry layered with cedarwood, graphite, dried rose petal and a touch of cigar wrapper. Subtle notes of baking spice and forest floor give the wine added depth as it evolves in the glass, revealing its maturity without losing freshness. …
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Price: £89.95
Stock: 1 in Stock

St Estephe Cru Bourgeois

The Château Haut-Marbuzet 2008 is a fine example of the estate's craftsmanship, produced in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux, France. While 2008 was not as heralded as vintages like 2005 or 2009, it is recognized as a solid vintage, especially for producers like Château Haut-Marbuzet, who achieved commendable quality even in less ideal conditions. The wine reflects the balance, complexity, and approachability for which the estate is known.

Wine Overview
Château Haut-Marbuzet wines are typically crafted from a blend of:

Cabernet Sauvignon: Provides structure, tannins, and longevity. …
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Price: £59.95
Stock: 3 in Stock