1975 Wine and Port Vintage

d'Abruzzo, Vecchio Colle

Montepulciano is a red wine grape variety grown widely in central Italy, most notably its eastern Abruzzo, Marche and Molise regions. The variety was named after the Tuscan parish of Montepulciano, but, confusingly, is not used in the famous wines produced there (see Vino Nobile di Montepulciano). Globally appreciated for their soft flavors, strong color and gentle tannins, Montepulciano wines are typically best consumed in their youth and with food. The deep-purple juice of Montepulciano grapes is used in varying proportions to produce wines under roughly 50 of Italy's DOC and DOCG titles. Although sometimes used on its own, …
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Valle d'Oro
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A Rare Mature Montepulciano from Abruzzo
The 1975 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Valle d'Oro is a remarkable example of how this classic central Italian grape can evolve over many decades. Valle d'Oro, produced by the respected Tollo cooperative, is known for crafting honest, regionally expressive wines that highlight Montepulciano’s depth and approachability. While most Montepulciano d'Abruzzo wines are made for youthful drinking, this rare bottle demonstrates the variety’s surprising ability to age when carefully cellared.

A Vintage Marked by Authentic Character
The 1975 vintage in central Italy offered moderate weather and a traditional growing season, producing wines with moderate body, lively acidity, and fresh, ripe fruit at the core. …
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Serio Battista Borgogno

The 1975 Serio Battista Borgogno Nebbiolo is a beautifully aged wine that captures the elegance and complexity of this iconic grape. With decades of aging, it has developed a refined bouquet of dried red fruits, such as cherries and raspberries, complemented by delicate floral notes of rose petals and subtle hints of tobacco, leather, and earthy truffle. The tannins have softened significantly, giving the wine a smooth, silky texture, while the acidity remains vibrant, providing balance and freshness.
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Fontanafredda

The 1975 Fontanafredda Nebbiolo is a beautifully aged expression of this noble Piedmontese grape. Over the years, it has developed a complex and refined profile, with aromas of dried red cherries, rose petals, and earthy notes of truffle and forest floor. Subtle hints of leather, tobacco, and balsamic add to the depth. The tannins have softened gracefully, resulting in a smooth, elegant texture, while the acidity remains vibrant, keeping the wine fresh and balanced.
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Enrico Serafino

The 1975 Enrico Serafino Nebbiolo is a beautifully aged example of this classic Piedmontese grape. Over the years, it has developed a rich and complex profile, with aromas of dried red cherries, rose petals, and earthy truffle, alongside subtle hints of tobacco, leather, and balsamic. The tannins, once bold, have softened gracefully, creating a smooth, well-integrated texture, while the acidity remains fresh, providing balance and elegance. This mature Nebbiolo offers a sophisticated expression of the grape, showcasing its aging potential.
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Serio Battista Borgogno

The 1975 Serio Battista Borgogno Nebbiolo is a beautifully aged expression of this iconic Piedmontese grape. After decades of aging, it offers a complex and refined bouquet of dried red cherries, rose petals, and earthy truffle, complemented by hints of leather, tobacco, and balsamic notes. The tannins, once assertive, have softened into a smooth, velvety texture, while the acidity remains vibrant, providing balance and freshness. This Nebbiolo has matured gracefully, showcasing the depth and elegance that can come from careful aging.
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Ferruccio Nicolello

The 1975 Nebbiolo Ferruccio Nicolello is a mature and elegant expression of this classic Piedmontese varietal. With age, it has developed complex aromas of dried red fruits such as cherries and raspberries, along with floral notes of rose petals. Earthy undertones of truffle, leather, and tobacco add depth to the wine. The tannins have softened beautifully over the years, resulting in a smooth, well-rounded texture, while the acidity remains vibrant, ensuring balance and freshness. A refined and sophisticated Nebbiolo, showing the aging potential of this noble grape.
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Viberti e Bosio

The 1975 Nebbiolo Viberti e Bosio is a beautifully aged example of this classic Piedmontese varietal. With time, it has developed a rich and complex profile, showcasing aromas of dried red fruit, such as cherries and raspberries, along with floral notes of rose petals and earthy undertones of leather, tobacco, and truffle. The tannins have softened significantly, giving the wine a smooth, silky texture, while the acidity remains fresh, providing balance and structure.
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Giacomo Borgogno

The 1975 Nebbiolo Giacomo Borgogno is a beautifully aged and highly refined expression of Nebbiolo, showcasing the depth and complexity the grape can achieve with time. Over the years, it has developed a bouquet of dried red fruit, such as cherries and raspberries, along with delicate floral notes of rose petals and hints of truffle and earthy leather. The tannins have softened gracefully, lending the wine a smooth, velvety texture, while the acidity remains vibrant, maintaining balance and freshness. This Nebbiolo has reached its peak maturity, offering a sophisticated, classic expression of the variety. …
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Salvano Saverio

The 1975 Nebbiolo d'Alba Salvano Saverio is a mature and refined wine that showcases the versatility and aging potential of Nebbiolo outside of Barolo and Barbaresco. Over the years, it has developed a complex bouquet of dried red fruits, such as cherries and raspberries, along with floral notes of rose petals and subtle earthy nuances of leather, tobacco, and truffle. The tannins have softened with age, leading to a smoother, more integrated texture, while the acidity remains fresh, providing balance and structure.
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Vintage Port

The 1975 Offley Boa Vista is a fascinating and rare single-quinta Vintage Port from a challenging yet underrated year. While 1975 was not universally declared, some producers—like Offley—bottled wines from specific estates such as Boa Vista that showcased individual vineyard character and the potential for long-lived, elegant Port. This wine is now fully mature and offers a glimpse into the more restrained and nuanced side of vintage Port from the mid-1970s.

On the nose, it displays delicate, evolved aromatics of dried cherry, orange peel, walnut, and soft baking spices. Secondary notes of leather, old wood, and sultana mingle with floral hints and a touch of balsamic complexity. …
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Casa d'Ambra

Deep ruby-red in colour, this wine reveals fine aromas of red berries fruit, wild strawberry, raspberry, peony and geranium with distinct undertones of sweet spices such as cinnamon and cloves on the nose. Intense, rich and incredibly harmonious, it has a lovely structure, lively tannins and a dry yet clean finish.
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Grande Champagne Cognac, Cognac
Bottled for The Folio Society Ltd

This exceptional Cognac hails from the esteemed Grande Champagne region, renowned for producing premier eaux-de-vie. Distilled in 1975 by Pierre Seguinot & Fils, it was landed in London in 1980 and subsequently bottled in London in 1991.

Tasting Profile:
Expect elegant notes of dried cherries and apricots, complemented by harmonious wood nuances and floral undertones. On the palate it should be elvety and well-structured, offering flavours of dried fruits and nuts, with a gentle honeyed sweetness. The finish should be long-lasting with a complex interplay of flavours, leaving a memorable impression. …
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Quinta do Noval 50-Year Old Tawny Port
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Quinta do Noval 50-Year-Old Tawny Port

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

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

The 1975 Quinta do Noval Nacional Vintage Port is considered one of the rarest and most exceptional Ports. It comes from a very small, un-grafted vineyard plot and is known for its immense concentration, depth, and complexity. The 1975 vintage is mature, offering layers of dark fruit, spice, and leather with hints of dried figs, tobacco, and cedar. With age, it has developed nuanced tertiary flavors, making it a prized bottle for collectors. It continues to age gracefully, though it can be enjoyed now for its refined balance.

"Deeper in colour (as you would expect) but not deep for a Nacional, mid-garnet, thin browning rim; …
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Price: £895.00
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Vintage Port

The 1975 Quinta do Noval Nacional Vintage Port is considered one of the rarest and most exceptional Ports. It comes from a very small, un-grafted vineyard plot and is known for its immense concentration, depth, and complexity. The 1975 vintage is mature, offering layers of dark fruit, spice, and leather with hints of dried figs, tobacco, and cedar. With age, it has developed nuanced tertiary flavors, making it a prized bottle for collectors. It continues to age gracefully, though it can be enjoyed now for its refined balance.

Tasting Notes:
The 1975 Quinta do Noval Nacional Vintage Port offers a rich, mature profile with complex aromas and flavors. …
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Vintage Port
Imported by Sichels

The 1975 Quinta do Noval Nacional Vintage Port is considered one of the rarest and most exceptional Ports. It comes from a very small, un-grafted vineyard plot and is known for its immense concentration, depth, and complexity. The 1975 vintage is mature, offering layers of dark fruit, spice, and leather with hints of dried figs, tobacco, and cedar. With age, it has developed nuanced tertiary flavors, making it a prized bottle for collectors. It continues to age gracefully, though it can be enjoyed now for its refined balance.

Tasting Notes:
The 1975 Quinta do Noval Nacional Vintage Port offers a rich, mature profile with complex aromas and flavors. …
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Vinicola Udinese

The 1975 Refosco Vinicola Udinese is a beautifully aged expression of this indigenous Friulian grape variety. Over the years, it has developed a complex profile, with aromas of dried dark fruits like blackberries and plums, complemented by earthy notes of leather, tobacco, and subtle spice. The tannins, which can be firm in younger Refosco wines, have softened gracefully with age, resulting in a smoother and more integrated texture. The acidity remains balanced, offering freshness and structure. This wine has matured well, showing depth and sophistication.
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del Peduculo, Tenuta S. Caterina - Riserva

The 1975 Refosco del Peduculo, Tenuta S. Caterina - Riserva is an exceptional and well-aged wine that showcases the depth and complexity of this indigenous Friulian varietal. With time, it has developed aromas of dried dark berries, such as blackberries and plums, along with earthy notes of leather, tobacco, and subtle hints of balsamic. The tannins, once bold and structured, have softened gracefully over the years, creating a smooth and elegant texture. The wine retains vibrant acidity, providing balance and freshness, despite its age.
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Cantina del Piglio
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A Rare Vintage Red from Lazio
The 1975 Rosso Cantina del Piglio offers a fascinating glimpse into the winemaking traditions of Lazio, an Italian region better known today for white wines and for the deeply local red wines of Piglio. Cantina del Piglio has long been associated with producing traditional styles, often based on native grapes such as Cesanese, which can deliver vibrant acidity and rustic charm. This mature bottling is a testament to the region’s history and winemaking spirit.

A Vintage of Classic Simplicity
The 1975 vintage in central Italy was balanced, with moderate conditions producing wines of approachable structure, bright acidity, and honest, straightforward fruit character. …
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Corsica, Domaine de Torraccia - C. Imbert

Whilst there are many excellent domains to visit in Corsica, it is Christian Imbert, who started the Torraccia vineyards from scratch some 50 years ago, who is considered the father of modern Corsican wines. He was instrumental in improving the wines of Corsica and a fervent exponent of the traditional grapes, preserving the typicity of the Nielluccio, Sciacarello and Vermentino wines with passion in his belief that they were the only way forward for Corsican wines. His vineyards, now run by his son Marc, are still predominantly using these traditional varieties and producing wine renowned for ageing well. …
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Colli di Acquaviva Picena

The 1975 Rosso Piceno Colli di Acquaviva Picena is a beautifully aged red from the Marche region, made primarily from Montepulciano and Sangiovese grapes. Over the years, it has developed a complex bouquet of dried dark fruits, such as cherries and blackberries, alongside earthy notes of leather, tobacco, and subtle spice. The tannins have softened significantly with age, resulting in a smooth, integrated texture. The acidity remains fresh, providing balance and vibrancy. This wine has matured gracefully, showcasing the potential for aging in Rosso Piceno wines
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Cocci Grifoni

The 1975 Rosso Piceno Cocci Grifoni is a well-aged example of this regional blend from the Marche, typically made with Montepulciano and Sangiovese grapes. Over the years, it has developed a rich and complex bouquet, with aromas of dried red and black fruits, such as cherries and blackberries, accompanied by earthy notes of leather, tobacco, and subtle spice. The tannins have softened beautifully, giving the wine a smooth, well-rounded texture, while the acidity remains fresh, maintaining balance and structure.
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Leone de Castris - Riserva

The 1975 Salice Salentino Leone de Castris - Riserva is a beautifully aged expression of this classic Puglian red, crafted primarily from the Negroamaro grape. Over the years, it has developed a rich, complex profile with aromas of dried dark fruits, such as black cherries and plums, alongside earthy notes of tobacco, leather, and subtle spice. The tannins, once robust, have softened, creating a smooth, elegant texture, while the acidity remains vibrant, providing balance and freshness. This Riserva has aged gracefully, showing the depth and potential of Salice Salentino.
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Leone de Castris

The 1975 Salice Salentino Leone de Castris is a beautifully aged expression of this classic Puglian red, crafted primarily from the Negroamaro grape. Over the years, it has developed a rich, complex profile with aromas of dried dark fruits, such as black cherries and plums, alongside earthy notes of tobacco, leather, and subtle spice. The tannins, once robust, have softened, creating a smooth, elegant texture, while the acidity remains vibrant, providing balance and freshness. This Riserva has aged gracefully, showing the depth and potential of Salice Salentino.
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Price: £79.00
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