Portugal Region Report

Colheita Port
Half Bottle 37.5cl
90 Points Wine Enthusiast

This Colheita from Quevedo is made from the exceptional harvest of 2007 was sourced from grapes coming from their main estate, Quinta Vale D’Agodinho. You’ll be impressed by how fresh and floral it is.

Winemakers Notes
COLOUR: Red brick
AROMA: Very complex with floral notes, dried fruits, fresh nuts, hazelnuts, candied figs, dried cherries.
PALATE: This Colheita displays perfectly Quevedo's style. It expresses a very young profile of sundried red fruits, raisins with a touch of mocha and cinnamon. It is sweet and round, with a long aftertaste that shows hints of vanilla and remainders of a tannic bite. …
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Price: £26.95
Stock: 39 in Stock

Vintage Port, Douro
*** 92 Points- Wine Enthusiast ***

Quevedo Vintage Port 2007 is an intense ruby colour. The nose has a lush aroma of violet nuances with marked presence of plum, grapes and cassis. The palate is dense and rich in fruit, well balanced with good tannins. It is a port full of vigour, full-bodied and with a very long finish.

Quevedo is a family run winery, where the new generation of owners, Oscar and Claudia are innovating to produce some amazing ports. Not widely known in the UK but very highly regarded amongst port aficionados this is one to stock up on.


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Price: £64.95
Stock: 17 in Stock

Vintage Port
Presented in Wooden Gift Box
***91 Points - Wine Advocate***

This 2007 Burmester Vintage Port from the very good 2007 Vintage has outstanding provenance!
This bottle has been stored at the Burmester cellars in Porto since bottling until it was acquired by us earlier this year.

The 2007 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 a couple of decades. …
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Price: £79.95
Stock: 21 in Stock

Vintage Port, Douro
Half Bottle
***91 Points - Wine Advocate***
Library Release

This 2007 Burmester Vintage Port from the very good 2007 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 2007 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 a couple of decades. …
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Price: £44.95
Stock: 18 in Stock

Vintage Port

This vintage is characterized by its aromatic profile, featuring floral and herbal notes. It presents a lighter body compared to other vintage ports, with subtle spice and a soft finish.

For optimal enjoyment, it is recommended to store the wine horizontally at a constant temperature of around 15ºC and serve it between 15ºC and 18ºC. It pairs well with blue cheese, mature cheddar, nuts, and chocolate desserts.

Given its softer structure, the Delaforce 2007 Vintage Port is suitable for medium-term aging, allowing its flavors to develop and mature over time.
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Price: £59.95
Stock: 25 in Stock

Colheita Port, Douro

Messias, as a respected producer, typically crafts Colheita Ports that showcase the unique characteristics of the vintage year. The 2007 Colheita from Messias is likely to be appreciated for its maturity, complexity, and ability to pair well with desserts or as a standalone digestif.

Tasting notes:
Tawny with amber reflections, indicating extensive oak ageing. Aromas of dried fruits such as figs, dates, and apricots, with hints of nuts (walnuts, almonds) and cinnamon and nutmeg spice. Smooth and velvety texture, with flavours reminiscent of dried fruits and nuts. The sweetness and acidity are well-balanced, with a lingering caramel and toffee finish. …
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Price: £28.95
Stock: 34 in Stock

Colheita Port, Douro | Includes Presentation Tube
92 Points - Wine Spectator

Exclusive to Vintage Wine and Port, this fine 2007 Colheita port from the iconic producer Quinta das Carvalhas makes a great celebratory drink for a special occasion or anniversary.

Tasting Notes
Deep amber in colour, with rich aromas of dried fruits, nuts, caramel, and subtle spices, often with a touch of vanilla and honey. On the palate it is smooth and well-rounded, with flavours of figs, raisins, nuts, toffee, and a hint of citrus zest. The oak aging imparts a mellow, velvety texture. It finishes with a long and elegant aftertaste, with a balanced sweetness and a hint of spice. …
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Price: £38.95
Stock: 64 in Stock

Casa Ferreirinha, Douro
Reserva Especial

A 2007 vintage wine from Casa Ferreirinha. The world class 2007 Casa Ferreirinha Especial is only the 16th edition of Reserva Especial since its was first released in 1960. Reserva Especial is an iconic Douro red wine. Only released by Casa Ferreirinha in years where, after ageing, bottling and regular tasting and consideration, it is finally not deemed to be a Barca Velha (Portugal’s most iconic and expensive red wine) by Casa Ferreirinha’s Chief Winemaker Luís Sottomayor.

Reserva Especial is a magnificent, mature red wine from the Douro, classic in style, complex, rich and charismatic. It was created more than 50 years ago, and remains one of the main pillars upon which the reputation of Casa Ferreirinha rests. …
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Price: £345.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

Vintage Port, Douro
***90 Points- Wine Advocate***

Coffee, lavender and rose add complexity to the intense blackberry nose; on the palate the Churchill is a bold and powerful wine with the floral notes continuing through to the marmalade spiked bramble fruit. Fresh acidity and grippy tannins give massive structure - this is a wine for the long term.


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Price: £69.95
Stock: 4 in Stock

Douro, MAGNUM Bottle
***16.5 Points- JancisRobinson.com***
***93 Points- Wine Advocate***

An outstanding 2007 Vintage Port Wine from Croft. Please note: this is a rare Magnum bottle of wine - 1.5 liters.
2007 Croft harvest report
The 2007 growing season was preceded by a wet winter that replenished water reserves after four hot, dry years. The humid conditions continued into spring and early summer with lower than average temperatures combined with periods of rain. There were no significant periods of intense heat during the summer months. This ensured that the leaf canopies were in an exceptionally healthy condition and able to benefit from the warm weather that preceded the harvest. …
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Price: £175.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Colheita Port

The 2007 Hooper's Colheita Port is a single-vintage tawny port produced in Portugal's Douro Valley. "Colheita" refers to a tawny port made from grapes harvested in a single year and aged in wooden casks for a minimum of seven years before bottling.

Tasting Notes: This port offers notes of honey, sweet red fruits, and licorice, contributing to its complexity.

Serving Suggestions: Best enjoyed slightly chilled, between 14°C and 16°C. It pairs well with desserts like almond tart, crème brûlée, or dried fruit compotes, and complements blue cheeses. Alternatively, it can be savored on its own as a dessert wine. …
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Price: £36.95
Stock: 35 in Stock

Vintage Port, Douro
***18/20 Points- Jancis Robinson***

The Quinta do Noval itself lies perfectly situated along a steep hillside in the heart of the Douro Valley where the vines flourish and produce the highest-grade fruit. Noval today appears to be thriving under Managing Director Christian Seely, ensuring that their Vintage Port remains one of the most sought-after wines. Very seductive. Lovely fresh floral notes on the nose, many delicate complex aromas. Violets. Wonderful purity and fresh precision of fruit. Intense concentration, but delicate at the same time. Fine long tannins.

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Price: £119.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Vintage Port, Douro
***18/20 Points- Richard Mayson for Decanter***

WINE SPECTATOR, JAMES SUCKLING: 94 POINTS
“Fascinating aromas... So much to come with age in the bottle. Very typical for Vesuvio.” - May 2010

ROBERT PARKER, THE WINE ADVOCATE: 91 POINTS
“...youthful, primary Port... tremendous depth and concentration, and a succulence which raises it above the crowd.” - February 2010

JANCIS ROBINSON MW, FINANCIAL TIMES: 17.5/20
“Lots of interesting dry tannins and herbs on the finish. Obviously very much a terroir wine. Lovely long finish.” - May 2009

DECANTER, RICHARD MAYSON: 18/20
“Nothing over-ripe here this year, yet impressive for its ripeness and opulence. …
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Price: £79.00
Stock: 12 in Stock

Vintage Port, Douro
Magnum Bottle
In Oak Case

WINE SPECTATOR, JAMES SUCKLING: 94 POINTS
“Fascinating aromas... So much to come with age in the bottle. Very typical for Vesuvio.” - May 2010

ROBERT PARKER, THE WINE ADVOCATE: 91 POINTS
“...youthful, primary Port... tremendous depth and concentration, and a succulence which raises it above the crowd.” - February 2010

JANCIS ROBINSON MW, FINANCIAL TIMES: 17.5/20
“Lots of interesting dry tannins and herbs on the finish. Obviously very much a terroir wine. Lovely long finish.” - May 2009

DECANTER, RICHARD MAYSON: 18/20
“Nothing over-ripe here this year, yet impressive for its ripeness and opulence. …
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Price: £195.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

"Capela" Vintage Port, Douro
***99/100 Points- James Suckling***

Mesmerising aromas; lavender, eucalyptus, green tea and liquorice. On the palate, the concentration and intensity are striking with layers of complexity. There is a wonderful interplay of invigorating black and red fruits underpinned by schist tannins that give balance to the impressive structure. The Sousao grape comes through in a spicy seasoning that underscores the wine’s remarkable freshness. The seductive finish is endless and inspirational.

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Price: £169.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

Quinta de Vargellas Vinha Velha Vintage Port, Douro
***96/100- Falstaff****

The 2007 Taylor Vargellas Vinha Velha is a more introverted Taylor’s Vintage, an earthy bouquet with touches of orange essence developing in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, good backbone, quite reserved and composed at the moment. This is not a flamboyant Vinha Velha, but there is a very attractive, slightly biscuity quality towards the finish. Superb. The Vinha Vehla are five plots located in the heart of Quinta de Vargellas. The vines being between 80 and 120 years of age. Strict selection has led to a wine of stunning complexity, power and richness. This is one that will be at its peak 50 years hence. …
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Price: £225.00
Stock: 14 in Stock

Colheita Port, Douro
75cl Bottle
Exclusive to Vintage Wine and Port

Tasting Notes:
The 2006 Port from Palmer has rich tawny hue which can develop depth with age.
A very aromatic nose and complex, there are notes of dried fruits such as figs, raisins, and apricots, along with toasted nuts, caramel, and a hint of warm spices. This port is well-balanced, and offers flavours of dried fruits, honey, toffee, and subtle vanilla. The oak aging contributes a gentle spiciness and an elegant complexity. It has a lingering finish that showcases the wine's maturity and complexity, leaving an impression of dried fruit and spice.

Serve slightly chilled, around 12-16°C (54-61°F) and use a Port glass or a small wine glass to enhance the aromas and tasting experience. …
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Price: £39.95
Stock: 54 in Stock

Colheita Port, Douro
Presented in Gift Tube
*** 90 Points - Wine Enthusiast ***

The 2006 Burmester Colheita Port Burmester is a brown colour. It has a rich and delicate aroma, marked with the presence of dry fruits, spices and vanilla. The flavour is silky and characterised by the presence of raisins and molasses. It has a great structure and a long and lasting taste in the mouth. It‘s a perfect wine to serve with some caramelised candies, dry fruits or cheese.

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: £46.95
Stock: 4 in Stock

Quinta Das Cavadinha Vintage Port in presentation box

A 2006 vintage port wine. Warre’s Quinta da Cavadinha is one of the finest vineyard estates in the Douro and produces outstanding wines that are used to make Warre’s Classic Vintage Port.

Tasting Note: Very dark, almost opaque, in colour, with intense black fruit aromas, this wine is both compact and mouth-filling but at the same time, smooth and elegant. Irresistible now but with a long life ahead. of it.

In non-declared years the best of the estate’s wines are bottled as single quinta Vintage Port. These wines share the same characteristic Warre’s style, with fine elegance and lifted floral aromas, but more closely reflect the unique characteristics of the Cavadinha vineyard. …
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Price: £35.95
Stock: 2 in Stock

Colheita Port, Douro
50cl Bottle
Exclusive to Vintage Wine and Port

A 50cl bottle of 2005 vintage Colheita Port Wine from Palmer Port.
This 2005 Port Wine has been stored in seasoned oak casks since the 2005 harvest until it was bottled later in 2019.

Tasting Notes:
The 2005 Port from Palmer has a light oak colour which can develop in a deeper tawny hue over time. The nose is very elegant and features aromas of dried fruits (such as figs, raisins, and apricots). It is smooth and well-balanced, offering a delightful combination of dried fruits, honey, toffee, and subtle vanilla flavours. Has a long finish, with layers of flavour that leave a lasting impression of dried fruit and spice on the palate. …
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Price: £29.95
Stock: 5 in Stock

20 Year Old Tawny Port, Douro
75cl Bottle
Exclusive to Vintage Wine & Port

The outstanding Palmer 20 year old Tawny Port
This wine is aged for 20 years in wooden casks, which gives it a complex and refined profile.

Tasting Notes
The Palmer 20 Year tawny has a pronounced aroma intensity that is very rich with nuts and baked cherry. There is further complexity of nutmeg and cream. On the palate the wine is very balanced between acidity and sweetness that gives a luxurious mouthfeel. Lovely richness of fruitcake, fig, baked plum, caramel and toffee. There are also notes of plum, cherry, cooked strawberry. This port has a lovely, rich long finish.

Serving & Food Pairing:
Tawny Ports are ready-to drink and do not require decanting. …
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Price: £34.95
Stock: 28 in Stock

Vintage Port, Douro DOC
*** 90 Points- Wine Advocate ***

**Half Bottle**
The Quevedo Vintage Port 2005 is a dark cherry colour. The flavour is of ripe fruit - evocative of black plum and redcurrant. Earthy and well balanced with a touch of dry wood. Some minutes later raspberry and violet flower flavour emerge with a lovely hint of soy. On the palate: balanced and voluminous with very good tannins. Sweet oak combined with dried fruit such as fig, plum or date. Persistent and unique finish.

Quevedo is a family brand producing quality Port from vineyards they have owned for more than one hundred years. The new generation of owners, Oscar and Claudia, are innovating to produce some amazing ports. …
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Price: £69.50
Stock: 6 in Stock

20 Year Old Tawny port, Douro

Quevedo Tawny 20 Years Old is a delightful brown with amber nuances. On the nose there is an aroma of almonds, caramelized nuts with a slight hint of coconut. In the mouth it is soft and delicate, with a grape touch passes and soft caramel.

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*** 90 Points - Decanter ***
This 20 Year Old tawny port from Quevedo has a Brick red centre with a tawny rim. Fresh, youthful fruit-driven style, showing summer fruit. Quite, soft and delicate initially with superb persistence and breadth. Mellifluous length. …
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Price: £34.95
Stock: 79 in Stock

20 year old White Port, Douro | In presentation box (50cl)
** Silver- 93 Points- Decanter 2024 **
** 92 Points (MS) Wine Advocate **

Quinta da Devesa Port Wines are produced exclusively from lots vinified and aged in the estate.

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Tasting Notes:
The 20 Years White Port is a field blend from old vines (50 plus years). It was bottled in January 2015 with 105 grams per liter of residual sugar. Fresh, lovely and delectable, this is perfectly balanced, focused and young. There isn't a lot of complexity early on (noting that this a 20), but it does show some more mature flavors as it airs and warms. Impeccably balanced, this is a beautiful 20 that lingers endlessly and tastes just great. …
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Price: £29.95
Stock: 46 in Stock

20 Year Old Tawny Port, Douro,
In presentation box (75cl)
***93 Points-(MS) Wine Advocate***

This Port Wine is the result of a blend of aged wine from Quinta da Devesa, developed with noble grapes used in the Douro region, aged in wooden casks at the Quinta da Devesa cellars.

Tasting Notes:
The Quinta da Devesa Colheita Tawny is orange-brown in colour with a slight verdant edge. Orange peel and smokey caramel notes on the nose. Maple and orange notes, spice on the palate. Full bodied and in perfect balance this is a delightful, yet a powerful and lively wine.

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: £32.95
Stock: 68 in Stock