1971 Wine and Port Vintage

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

Bersano - Riserva Speciale
Was £139
Clearance Offer | £89

This mature Barbaresco Riserva Speciale comes from Bersano, a historic Piedmontese estate renowned for producing elegant, long-lived Nebbiolo wines that capture the finesse and complexity of the Langhe hills. The 1971 vintage, widely regarded as a classic year in Piedmont, displays a garnet-red colour with pronounced brick-orange highlights, reflecting over five decades of graceful evolution.

On the nose, it reveals a beautifully layered bouquet of dried red cherries, rose petal, tar, and sweet spice, with additional notes of leather, tobacco, truffle, and forest floor. The palate is refined and silky, with fully resolved tannins supporting flavours of stewed cherries, orange peel, dried herbs, and subtle earthy minerality. …
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Price: £89.00
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

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

Pio Cesare

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: £69.95
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

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

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

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

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

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

Cav. Ceste

Vintage & Background

The 1971 vintage in Piedmont is widely regarded as one of the great post-war years for Barolo, producing wines of remarkable structure, perfume, and longevity. A small crop and ideal late-season conditions allowed Nebbiolo to ripen beautifully, giving wines with exceptional ageing potential. Cav Ceste’s 1971 Barolo now offers a rare opportunity to experience a mature expression from this celebrated vintage, showing the classical depth and elegance for which old Barolo is revered.

Appearance & Nose

The colour has evolved to a luminous garnet with amber-brick reflections at the rim, a hallmark of mature Nebbiolo. …
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Price: £159.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

La Vigna - Stradella

This Bonarda shows a deep ruby-red colour with garnet highlights. The nose opens with aromas of dried black cherries, plum, and soft spice, complemented by subtle earthy and leather notes. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and smooth, with gentle tannins supporting flavours of stewed dark fruits and a hint of cocoa, finishing balanced, approachable, and lingering.

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: £59.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Chateau de Preignes

Bordeaux, in the south-west of France, needs little introduction to anyone with an interest in wine. One of the world's most prolific wine regions, it also manages to rank among the most famous and prestigious. The secrets of Bordeaux's wine success (other than magical Bordeaux Blend) are its three trump cards: diversity, quality and quantity. The majority of Bordeaux wines are the dry, medium-bodied reds that made the region famous.
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Marchesi di Barolo

Vintage & Background

The 1971 vintage in Piedmont is remembered as an excellent year, producing wines of notable character and longevity. Marchesi di Barolo is one of the region’s historic and most respected houses, and this mature Brachetto offers a rare glimpse into the evolution of a classic aromatic Piedmontese red. Originally crafted in a sweeter, fruit-driven style, over five decades of bottle age have transformed it into a beautifully nuanced and evocative wine with remarkable tertiary complexity.



Appearance & Nose

The colour has evolved to a delicate garnet with amber-brick tones at the rim, showing clear signs of graceful maturity. …
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Price: £69.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Berteletti

Produced mainly with Nebbiolo grapes cultivated on the slopes of Monte Rosa, west of Gattinara, of medium aging, 2 years minimum, it comes from a knowledgeable use of aging wood. Of ruby color, complex scents of mature fruit and spices, fresh and austere body. It's suited for a medium/long aging.
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

S. Margherita

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: £69.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Riforma Agraria Castiadas

Red cherry red with ruby highlights. Fine and intense nose, with floral and fruity scents. The flavour is dry, fine and fruity with high acidity and a slight almond aftertaste.
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Price: £69.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

F.lli Polegato

A cabernet, merlot blend from the Veneto region of Italy. made in a similar style to Right bank Bordeauxs.

Appearance
Deep ruby, shading towards garnet with age. Good viscosity in the glass.

Nose
Expressive and layered. Ripe blackcurrant, dark cherry and plum form the core, followed by cedarwood, tobacco leaf and a touch of graphite. With air, dried herbs and a faint balsamic nuance emerge.

Palate
Medium to full-bodied. Structured and classically styled. Firm but refined tannins support flavours of cassis, black cherry and blackberry. Oak influence shows as vanilla, spice and a light toastiness, but remains well integrated. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Cantenac Margaux 2nd Growth Classification

On the decline yet still life. Fewer fruit notes and more tertiary notes. Forrest floor, truffles, meat, umami, chocolate. Very interesting and was fun to try to a 50th birthday celebration. Color was still there with garnet hues. Really exemplifies how Bordeaux can age. Cellar Tracker Review posted 2021

Château Brane-Cantenac is a renowned wine estate situated in the Margaux appellation of Bordeaux, France. With roots tracing back to the 18th century, the estate has earned a reputation for crafting exceptional red wines. Encompassing approximately 75 hectares, the vineyard benefits from gravelly and sandy soils, ideal for cultivating Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot grapes. …
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Price: £129.00
Stock: 7 in Stock

Sauternes, Sweet White Wine

The 1971 Château Broustet, a Deuxième Cru Classé from the Barsac appellation, represents a mature expression of Sauternes from a vintage noted for its elegance and freshness. While specific tasting notes for this vintage are scarce, insights can be drawn from the estate's winemaking practices and the general characteristics of the 1971 harvest.

In 1971, Sauternes and Barsac experienced favorable conditions for the development of noble rot (Botrytis cinerea), leading to wines that, while not exceptionally concentrated, offered freshness and refined acidity. Château Broustet's vineyards, situated on clay-limestone and gravel soils, are planted predominantly with Sémillon, complemented by Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Margaux

Château La Gurgue, situated in the Margaux appellation of Bordeaux, has a rich history of producing wines that reflect the elegance and complexity characteristic of the region. The 1971 vintage, while overshadowed by the exceptional 1970, was considered very good, yielding wines that have aged gracefully over the decades. ​


Specific tasting notes for the 1971 Château La Gurgue are scarce, making it challenging to provide detailed insights into its current profile. However, given the general quality of the 1971 vintage in Bordeaux, it's plausible that well-preserved bottles may exhibit tertiary aromas such as leather, tobacco, and earthy notes, with softened tannins and a harmonious palate. …
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Price: £79.95
Stock: 12 in Stock

Barsac, Sweet Wine

The 1971 Château Liot Sauternes is a rare and mature sweet wine from the Barsac appellation in Bordeaux. Château Liot is known for producing elegant, botrytis-affected wines primarily from Sémillon, with smaller proportions of Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle. While detailed tasting notes for the 1971 vintage are scarce, the wine's longevity suggests it has developed complex tertiary aromas and flavors over time.

Given the age of this vintage, the wine likely exhibits a deep amber color, with notes of dried fruits, honey, and nuts on the nose. On the palate, one might expect a balance between residual sweetness and acidity, with flavors of caramel, apricot, and perhaps a hint of spice. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Barone Ricasoli

This Chianti displays a deep ruby-red colour with brick-orange highlights. The nose offers aromas of dried cherries, plum, soft spice, and subtle hints of leather and forest floor. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and smooth, with gentle tannins supporting flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of herbs, and a touch of cocoa, finishing long, balanced, and elegant.

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: £89.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

Ruffino - Gran Sigillo
Was £99
Last Bottle £69.95

This Chianti displays a deep ruby-red colour with warm brick highlights. The nose reveals dried cherries, plum, gentle spice, and subtle leather and earthy notes. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and smooth, with softened tannins carrying flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of herbs, and a touch of cocoa, finishing elegant, balanced, and lingering.

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: £69.95
Stock: 1 in Stock

Conti - Castello di Uzzano
Was £99
Last Bottle £69.95

This Chianti displays a deep ruby-red colour with brick-orange highlights. The nose shows dried cherries, plum, soft spice, and subtle notes of leather and forest floor. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and smooth, with gentle tannins supporting flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of herbs, and a touch of cocoa, finishing long, balanced, and elegant.

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: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Giaole - Ricasoli
Magnum Format Bottle (175cl)

This Chianti shows a deep ruby-red colour with warm brick highlights. The nose opens with dried cherries, plum, gentle spice, and subtle earthy and leather notes. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and smooth, with softened tannins supporting flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of herbs, and a touch of cocoa, finishing balanced, elegant, and lingering.

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: £159.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Villa Arceno
Clearance Offer - Last Bottle | Was £119 | Now £69

This Chianti displays a deep ruby-red colour with warm brick highlights. The nose offers dried cherries, plum, soft spice, and subtle earthy and leather notes. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and smooth, with gentle tannins supporting flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of herbs, and a touch of cocoa, finishing long, balanced, 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: £69.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Malaspina Starda

This Chianti displays a deep ruby-red colour with brick-orange highlights. The nose opens with dried cherries, plum, gentle spice, and subtle leather and earthy notes. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and smooth, with soft tannins carrying flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of herbs, and a touch of cocoa, finishing balanced, elegant, and lingering.

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: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Santa Lucia

This Chianti shows a deep ruby-red colour with warm brick highlights. The nose reveals dried cherries, plum, gentle spice, and subtle earthy and leather notes. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and smooth, with softened tannins carrying flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of cocoa, and a touch of herbs, finishing balanced, elegant, and lingering.

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: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Castello di Meleto - Riserva

This Chianti Riserva shows a deep ruby-red colour with brick-orange highlights. The nose offers aromas of dried cherries, plum, soft spice, and subtle leather and earthy undertones. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and smooth, with gentle tannins supporting flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of cocoa, and a touch of dried herbs, finishing long, balanced, 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: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Fattoria Poggiarelli

This Chianti displays a deep ruby-red colour with soft brick highlights. The nose reveals dried cherries, plum, subtle spice, and gentle earthy notes. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and smooth, with mellow tannins carrying flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of leather, and a touch of herbs, finishing balanced, approachable, and lingering.

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: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Vins de Proprietaire

A mature and traditional example from the Southern Rhône, this wine displays a brick-garnet hue with a fading rim. The nose offers tertiary aromas of dried red fruits, leather, tobacco leaf, and earthy undergrowth, with subtle hints of spice and old wood. The palate is delicate and fully evolved, showing mellow fruit, soft acidity, and gentle tannins leading to a dry, savoury finish.
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Bersano

This Dolcetto displays a deep ruby-red colour with garnet highlights. The nose reveals black cherries, plum, gentle spice, and subtle earthy and leather notes. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and smooth, with soft tannins carrying flavours of stewed red fruits and hints of cocoa, finishing balanced, elegant, and lingering.

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: £69.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Cantine Terre del Dolcetto

A native black grape variety of Northern Italy grown almost exclusively in the provinces of Cuneo and Alessandria in Piedmont. It is relatively easy to cultivate, although it is susceptible to fungal diseases. It ripens before Barbera and Nebbiolo and is often grown in high north-facing sites which would be unsuitable for Nebbiolo. The finest Dolcetto wines come from grapes grown on soils rich with white marls, especially those found on the right bank of the River Tauro. The wines generally are low in tannins and acidity and are usually fruity and fragrant, often with hints of almonds.
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Price: £59.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Bersano
50cl Bottle
Was £69
Clearance Offer £30

This Dolcetto displays a deep ruby-red colour with garnet highlights. The nose reveals black cherries, plum, gentle spice, and subtle earthy and leather notes. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and smooth, with soft tannins carrying flavours of stewed red fruits and hints of cocoa, finishing balanced, elegant, and lingering.

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: £49.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

Kiola - Batasiolo - Riserva

This Dolcetto Riserva shows a deep ruby-red colour with garnet highlights. The nose opens with aromas of black cherries, plum, and gentle spice, complemented by subtle earthy and leather notes. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and smooth, with soft tannins supporting flavours of stewed red fruits and a touch of cocoa, finishing balanced, approachable, and lingering.

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: £69.00
Stock: 12 in Stock

Dessilani

The wines "Fara" shall be obtained within the company, from grapes coming from vines in the following proportions indicated below: Nebbiolo (Span) 50-70%; Vespolina and Uva Rara (Bonarda Novarese) alone or in combination from 30% to 50%. They can also contribute to such production the red grapes, non-aromatic, from the grape varieties suitable for cultivation in the Piedmont Region to the maximum extent of 10%.
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

Contratto, Freisa, Piedmonte

1971 Freisa – Contratto (Piedmont)

The 1971 vintage is considered one of the classic post-war years in Piedmont, producing wines with structure and longevity. Freisa, one of the region’s traditional indigenous varieties and closely related to Nebbiolo, is known for its vibrant acidity and firm structure in youth. This bottling from Contratto — founded in 1867 and recognised for its traditional approach to winemaking — reflects a historic era of regional production shaped by patience and extended ageing.

Tasting Notes:
Now showing a mature brick-garnet hue with amber tones at the rim, the nose is savoury and finely evolved. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

San Grato

Produced using a careful selection of grapes from the Garda Classico Rosso. The grapes once harvested are placed in a “fruttaio” (a well ventilated room) to dry out, they are pressed and the wine is “rested” in wooden barrels for a year. Here is a wine with a deep translucent red colour and spicy perfume. A harmonious wine, dry and velvety with a hint of tartness. Served with spiedo (a local spit roast from the city of Brescia and Lombardy) with game and roast meats.
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Price: £69.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Luigi Nervi & Figlio

Gattinara is a red Italian wine produced from Nebbiolo grapes grown within the boundaries of the commune of Gattinara which is located in the hills in the north of the province of Vercelli, northwest of Novara in the Piedmont region. The wine is made from a minimum of 90% Nebbiolo grapes and is renowned for its longevity. Notes: a meaty, chunky wine with a subtle, clean nose. Hints of tar and bark, with undertones of cherries and rose petals. Light tannins.
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Francoli

This Ghemme shows a garnet-red colour with warm brick highlights. The nose offers dried cherries, plum, gentle spice, and subtle earthy and leather notes. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and smooth, with refined tannins supporting flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of truffle, and a touch of cocoa, finishing long, balanced, 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: £89.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Bersano - Half Litre Bottle (50cl)

This Grignolino displays a light ruby-red colour with soft brick-orange highlights. The nose reveals red cherries, cranberry, gentle spice, and subtle earthy hints. On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied and smooth, with delicate tannins supporting flavours of stewed red fruits and a touch of herbs, finishing fresh, balanced, and elegant.

Decanting: Stand upright for 2–3 days to allow sediment to settle. Decant gently 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: £49.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

Marchesi Fracassi

The Grignolino wine have a light ruby red color, tending to orange with aging. Have a characteristic odor and delicate in the mouth are dry, slightly tannic, bitter pleasant, with a characteristic aftertaste.
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Price: £69.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Marchesi di Barolo

This Ghemme shows a garnet-red colour with warm brick highlights. The nose offers dried cherries, plum, gentle spice, and subtle earthy and leather notes. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and smooth, with refined tannins supporting flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of truffle, and a touch of cocoa, finishing long, balanced, 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: £69.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Kiola - Batasiolo

This Grignolino shows a light ruby-red colour with brick-orange highlights. The nose offers aromas of red cherries, cranberry, soft spice, and subtle earthy notes. On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied and smooth, with delicate tannins supporting flavours of stewed red fruits and a hint of herbs, finishing fresh, balanced, and approachable.

Decanting: Stand upright for 2–3 days to allow sediment to settle. Decant gently 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: £69.00
Stock: 5 in Stock

Enologica Valtelinese

Inferno is one of five viticultural sub-zones specifically identified as producing Valtellina wines of particularly high quality: the other four are Grumello, Sassella, Maroggia and Valgella. Inferno means 'hell' in Italian, and refers to the slopes between Sondrio town and the village of Tresivio. Although DOC laws do not explain the origins of this name, it has been suggested that in summer the slopes here get noticeably hotter than the rest of the valley. Just across Sondrio to the west is Sassella, the finest of the Valtellina sub-zones.
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 10 in Stock

Gigi Santinoli
Special Offer | Was £59 | Now £35
Offer ends 31st May

This mature Merlot presents a ruby core fading to garnet at the rim. The nose shows ripe plum, black cherry, and dried fig, layered with soft spice and light earthy notes. On the palate it is medium-bodied and rounded, with mellow tannins supporting flavours of stewed dark fruit and a touch of tobacco, leading to a smooth, balanced finish.

Decanting: Stand upright for 2–3 days to allow sediment to settle. Decant gently through a fine strainer and aerate for around 1 hour before serving at 16–18°C. Fragile corks are common; strain any fragments during decanting.
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Price: £35.00
Stock: 6 in Stock

Rocca Bernarda - Riserva

This Merlot Riserva shows a deep ruby-red colour with garnet highlights. The nose opens with black cherries, plum, gentle spice, and subtle hints of leather and earth. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and smooth, with soft tannins carrying flavours of stewed dark fruits and a touch of cocoa, finishing balanced, elegant, and lingering.

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: £69.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

Walburg

This Missianer Auslese shows a deep golden-amber colour with amber highlights. The nose offers aromas of dried apricot, honey, orange peel, and gentle spice. On the palate, it is rich and luscious, with balanced sweetness and flavours of candied fruits, toasted nuts, and a touch of caramel, finishing long, elegant, and lingering.

Decanting: Stand upright for 1–2 days to allow sediment to settle. Decant gently through a fine strainer if needed, and serve at 10–12°C. Fragile corks are common; strain any fragments during decanting.
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Price: £59.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Vinicola Efisio Meloni - Riserva

This Monica di Sardegna shows a deep ruby-red colour with garnet highlights. The nose reveals red cherries, plum, and gentle spice, with subtle earthy and herbal notes. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and smooth, with soft tannins carrying flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of cocoa, and a touch of dried herbs, finishing balanced, elegant, and lingering.

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: £79.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Montalba, Corbieres

Corbières is an Appellation d'origine contrôlée (AOC) for wine in the Languedoc-Roussillon, France, and it is this region's largest AOC, responsible for 46 per cent of the region's AOC wine production in 2005. Red wine dominates the production in Corbières with almost 95 per cent, with 3.5 per cent rosé wine and 2 per cent white wine making up the balance. Carignan is the most common grape variety. The AOC was created in 1985, covers 13,500 hectares (33,000 acres) of vineyards and produces an average of 554,000 hectoliters of wine per year, corresponding to 74 million bottles.
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Price: £79.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Poderi Lanzavecchia

This Nebbiolo displays a garnet-red colour with brick-orange highlights. The nose offers dried cherries, rose petal, gentle spice, and subtle earthy and leather notes. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, with refined tannins supporting flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of truffle, and a touch of cocoa, finishing long, balanced, 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: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Alfredo Prunotto
Was £99
Special Offer £74.95

This Nebbiolo shows a garnet-red colour with warm brick-orange highlights. The nose opens with dried cherries, rose petal, gentle spice, and subtle leather and earthy notes. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, with refined tannins supporting 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: £89.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Salvano Saverio

This Nebbiolo shows a garnet-red colour with warm brick-orange highlights. The nose reveals dried cherries, rose petal, gentle spice, and subtle earthy and leather 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, balanced, 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: £89.00
Stock: 5 in Stock

Castello di Gabiano

This Nebbiolo shows a garnet-red colour with warm brick highlights. The nose reveals dried cherries, rose petal, gentle spice, and subtle earthy and leather notes. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, with soft, refined tannins carrying flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of truffle, and a touch of cocoa, finishing long, balanced, 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: £89.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Carretta - Famiglia Veglio

This Nebbiolo d’Alba shows a garnet-red colour with warm brick highlights. The nose reveals dried cherries, rose petal, gentle spice, and subtle earthy and leather notes. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, with refined tannins supporting flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of truffle, and a touch of cocoa, finishing long, balanced, 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: £69.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Riccardo Ceretto

This Nebbiolo d’Alba shows a garnet-red colour with warm brick-orange highlights. The nose opens with dried cherries, rose petal, gentle spice, and subtle earthy and leather 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, balanced, 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: £79.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

Marchesi di Barolo
Special Offer | Was £99 | Now £69

This Nebbiolo displays a garnet-red colour with warm brick highlights. The nose reveals dried cherries, rose petal, gentle spice, and subtle leather and earthy notes. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, with refined tannins supporting flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of truffle, and a touch of cocoa, finishing long, balanced, 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: £69.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Karl Schmid

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: £59.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Fattoria La Casetta
Magnum Bottle (149cl)

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: £149.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Umberto Fiore - Gran Riserva
*** GALLON OF 3,78 LITERS ***

Sogno di Bacco is made from thelong lasting nebbiolo grape. Nebbiolo is a black-skinned red wine grape variety most famous for creating the 'tar and roses' scent of Barolo wines from Piedmont, north-western Italy. The grape's very name is evocative of its home among the misty foothills of the western Alps; the nebbia (Italian for 'fog') after which it is named frequently arrives on early October mornings, when the Nebbiolo harvest is in full swing.
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Price: £349.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Vallana - Cantina del Camino

Spanna has often been cited by wine experts as one of Italy’s greatest ageing wines. Spanna’s longevity can be attributed, at least in part, to the addition of smaller amounts of less tannic, more acidic grape varieties. Tasting notes: The nose opens up beautifully after about an hour and the wine has gorgeous ripe and sweet fruit, nice acidity, and perfectly softened tannins.
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Price: £229.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Umberto Fiore - Riserva

Spanna has often been cited by wine experts as one of Italy’s greatest ageing wines. Spanna’s longevity can be attributed, at least in part, to the addition of smaller amounts of less tannic, more acidic grape varieties. Tasting notes: The nose opens up beautifully after about an hour and the wine has gorgeous ripe and sweet fruit, nice acidity, and perfectly softened tannins.
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Umberto Fiore - Riserva Speciale
*** BIG GALLON BOTTLE OF 3,78 LITERS ***

Spanna has often been cited by wine experts as one of Italy’s greatest ageing wines. Spanna’s longevity can be attributed, at least in part, to the addition of smaller amounts of less tannic, more acidic grape varieties. Tasting notes: The nose opens up beautifully after about an hour and the wine has gorgeous ripe and sweet fruit, nice acidity, and perfectly softened tannins.
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Price: £329.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Umberto Fiore - Riserva Speciale
Magnum Bottle (149cl)

Spanna has often been cited by wine experts as one of Italy’s greatest ageing wines. Spanna’s longevity can be attributed, at least in part, to the addition of smaller amounts of less tannic, more acidic grape varieties. Tasting notes: The nose opens up beautifully after about an hour and the wine has gorgeous ripe and sweet fruit, nice acidity, and perfectly softened tannins.
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Price: £139.00
Stock: 5 in Stock

Renna - Riserva

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: £69.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Colheita Single Harvest Port
Includes Taylor's gift box

Taylor’s has an extensive and enviable library of very old Ports and each year they release a 50 year old Single Harvest Port which represents the cream of their aged reserves.

Often referred to as Colheitas, these single harvest Tawny ports are a far cry from vintage port with very slow and gentle ageing in oak casks creating ports of extreme aromatic complexity with delightfully mellow structure. And the 1970 Port vintage was of one outstanding quality - ideal growing conditions produced what is now a classic vintage - universally declared by all the major port houses.

Every year Taylor’s dip into their extensive cask-aged reserves to unveil an immense 50-year-old Port. …
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Price: £325.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Marchesi di Barolo, Piedmont
Sale | Was £129 | Now £89

This wine from the good 1971 vintage is made with the long lived Nebbiolo grape. this is a black-skinned red wine grape variety most famous for creating the 'tar and roses' scent of Barolo wines from Piedmont, north-western Italy. The grape's very name is evocative of its home among the misty foothills of the western Alps; the nebbia (Italian for 'fog') after which it is named frequently arrives on early October mornings, when the Nebbiolo harvest is in full swing.
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 12 in Stock

Canrine Lamberti

1971 Amarone della Valpolicella – Canrine Lamberti

The 1971 vintage comes from a formative period in Amarone’s history, when traditional methods of grape drying and extended ageing defined the style. Produced in the Valpolicella region of Veneto, this Amarone from Canrine Lamberti reflects the classic approach of the era, emphasising richness, structure and slow evolution in bottle.

Tasting Notes:
Now deep mahogany in colour with amber highlights at the rim, the nose is mature and complex. Aromas of dried cherry, fig and prune intertwine with notes of leather, tobacco leaf and polished oak. …
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Price: £185.00
Stock: Out of Stock

Grande Champagne Cognac, Cognac
bottled for The Folio Society Ltd

Landed London 1980, bottled London 1991

A rare and distinguished expression, the 1971 Pierre Seguinot from Grande Champagne stands as a testament to time, craftsmanship, and terroir. Distilled over half a century ago, this Cognac reflects the essence of the Premier Cru of Cognac—its chalky soils and long aging potential infuse this spirit with remarkable finesse and depth.

Tasting Notes:
Nose: A captivating bouquet of dried apricot, toasted walnuts, orange peel, and fine rancio. Layers of antique oak, beeswax, and old leather reveal themselves gradually, inviting contemplative nosing.

Palate: Silky yet structured. …
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Price: £325.00
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Niersteiner Riesling Spatlese

A historic Rheinhessen Spätlese Riesling from the Nierstein vineyard, showing the depth and character of long bottle aging.
Deep amber-gold in the glass, with aromas of dried apricot, honey, candied citrus peel, and a hint of classic Riesling petrol that aficionados love.
The palate is soft and off-dry, with flavours of honeyed orchard fruit, tea, and gentle spice, finishing long and warming. A collector’s curiosity — a wine that shows its age beautifully and rewards those who appreciate aged Riesling’s signature personality.
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Price: £34.95
Stock: Out of Stock

Szamarodni - Monimpex (Half Litre, 50cl)

Hungary’s most famous dessert wine is Tokaji the legendary sweet elixir. It can only be spoken in the superlative about this wine, as it is a medicine, a real nectar. The name Tokaji (which is of Protected Designation of Origin) is used for labeling wines from this wine district. The location of the region has a unique climate, beneficial to this particular viniculture, due to the protection of the nearby mountains, long warm autumns and mists that come in from the River Bodrog, creating perfect conditions for noble rot. Creating the botrytised ('aszú') grapes for which the region is famous. A wonderful sweet wine from this renowned producer. …
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Price: £149.00
Stock: Out of Stock