1975 Wine and Port Vintage
Vintage Summary and Recommendations: 
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A bottle of wine or Port from 1975 is an exceptional 50-year-old gift, perfect for birthdays or anniversaries, celebrating both the rich flavors of a vintage year and the cultural highlights of an unforgettable era. The 1975 vintage saw favorable conditions in Bordeaux and Italy, yielding fine wines, while Portugal produced some excellent Ports. Beyond wine, 1975 was a milestone year in culture: films like Jaws and Monty Python and the Holy Grail captivated audiences and left a lasting impact on cinema. In music, Queen’s A Night at the Opera dazzled listeners with the groundbreaking "Bohemian Rhapsody," while David Bowie explored new sounds with Young Americans, blending rock with soul. A wine or port from this vintage offers not only a taste of history but a nostalgic connection to a remarkable year in cultural evolution. A 1975 wine or Port would make a fabulous 50 year old wine gift for an Anniversary or birthday.
Our Wine Expert currently recommends the following wines for this year:
Bordeaux: The 1975 Bordeaux vintage faced challenging weather, resulting in mixed quality. A wet spring and cool, rainy August caused uneven ripening, and harvest rains further impacted grape quality, leading to reds that generally lack the concentration and aging potential of stronger vintages. However, in Sauternes, conditions favored the development of noble rot, producing richly concentrated sweet wines with good aging potential. While most reds from this year are less ideal for long-term cellaring, some top producers crafted structured wines that remain enjoyable today.
Italian: The 1975 vintage in Tuscany is widely celebrated, especially for Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino. Ideal weather conditions produced wines with excellent structure, depth, and aging potential. Chianti displayed remarkable balance, while Brunello di Montalcino offered richness and longevity, with some bottles still shining today. This vintage remains a benchmark for collectors seeking age-worthy Tuscan wines.
Meanwhile, Piedmont’s 1975 vintage struggled with challenging weather, affecting grape quality and aging potential. Barolo and Barbaresco wines from this year generally lacked the depth of top vintages, though some producers achieved good structure, showcasing the resilience of Piedmont’s winemakers.
Portugal: The 1975 vintage port declaration came shortly after the 1974 revolution. Under pressure of nationalisation, the port shippers were keen to show what was possible after a run of weak vintages. Whilst the ports are not in the same league as the other 70's declarations like the 1970 or the 1977, they have stood up well and represent a superb quality vs price ratio. Recent tastings have demonstrated that the best are elegant and a pleasure to drink. The wines are now fully mature, with the top producers producing good '75s that will grow old gracefully. They are elegant, fruity and well balanced but not big. A port from 1975 would make an excellent 50 year old wine gift for a birthday or anniversary.
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144 products found.
Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou, 1975
St Julien, 2nd Growth classification
Half Bottle 37.5cl
'...the wine exhibited more ripe fruit than I had previously noticed. There is still plenty of tannin, the wine reveals a complex, earthy cedar, curranty nose with dried fruit and herb components, full body and a classic, old style personality. It displays more finesse and character than it did at a younger age. RP Bordeaux 3rd Ed.
Parker rating 87+/100 (excellent)
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. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 5 in Stock
Chateau Duhart Milon Rothschild, 1975
Pauillac 4th Growth Classification
1975 Château Duhart-Milon – A Classic, Age-Worthy Pauillac
From the heart of Pauillac, the 1975 Château Duhart-Milon is a remarkable example of Fourth Growth Bordeaux from a vintage known for its structure and longevity. The 1975 growing season was warm and dry, producing firm, tannic wines with excellent aging potential. Now, after nearly 50 years of maturity, this wine offers a rare opportunity to experience a well-preserved piece of Bordeaux history.
With time, the 1975 Duhart-Milon has evolved into a wine of depth and complexity. Initial earthy tones and a subtle “funk” on the nose can transform with proper decanting, revealing layers of black fruit, tobacco, and Pauillac’s signature cedar and spice notes. …
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Price: £149.00
Stock: 6 in Stock
Chateau Grand Puy Lacoste, 1975
Pauillac 5me Cru Classe
Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste, a fifth-growth estate in Bordeaux's Pauillac appellation, is renowned for producing robust and age-worthy wines. The 1975 vintage, characterized by a hot and dry growing season, yielded wines with firm tannins and significant aging potential.
Tasting notes from well-preserved bottles of the 1975 Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste reveal a wine that has developed complex characteristics over the decades. One such note describes the wine as starting with aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant, coal, and mineral notes, which evolve towards redcurrant.
Given its advanced age, it's advisable to handle such a bottle with care. …
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Price: £149.00
Stock: 3 in Stock
Chateau Grand Puy Lacoste, 1975
Pauillac 5me Cru Classe
Magnum (1.5L)
Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste, a fifth-growth estate in Bordeaux's Pauillac appellation, is renowned for producing robust and age-worthy wines. The 1975 vintage, characterized by a hot and dry growing season, yielded wines with firm tannins and significant aging potential.
Tasting notes from well-preserved bottles of the 1975 Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste reveal a wine that has developed complex characteristics over the decades. One such note describes the wine as starting with aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant, coal, and mineral notes, which evolve towards redcurrant.
Given its advanced age, it's advisable to handle such a bottle with care. …
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Price: £225.00
Stock: 6 in Stock
Chateau Kirwan, 1975
Margaux 3me Cru Classe, Bordeaux
1975 Château Kirwan – A Rare & Refined Margaux Vintage
A true gem from the legendary Margaux appellation, the 1975 Château Kirwan is a beautifully matured Third Growth Bordeaux that embodies the elegance and complexity of classic Margaux wines. With nearly 50 years of careful aging, this is an extraordinary opportunity to own and experience a piece of Bordeaux history.
Elegant, Layered & Perfectly Matured
This vintage offers a beautifully evolved bouquet of blackcurrants, dried plums, tobacco, cedar, and earthy truffle. On the palate, it is silky and refined, with softened tannins and a long, graceful finish that showcases its remarkable aging potential. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Chateau Leoville Poyferre, 1975
St Julien 2nd Growth Classification
The 1975 Château Léoville Poyferré represents a significant example of mature Bordeaux wine, showcasing the estate's ability to produce wines with great complexity, elegance, and depth. Enjoying such a wine is a special occasion, providing a unique tasting experience and a glimpse into the history and heritage of Château Léoville Poyferré.
Tasting Notes
Tawny rim, with red core , the wine has an open-knit, fully mature, spicy, oaky, plummy, toffee-scented bouquet, moderately rich, soft, fruity flavours, and a supple, velvety finish.
Serving and food pairing
Decanting is recommended to separate the wine from any sediment that has developed over the years and to allow the wine to breathe and open up. …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Chateau Malescot St-Exupery, 1975
Margaux 3me Cru Classe
Dark ruby/garnet with some amber at the edge, the 1975 Malescot tastes mature. A lovely bouquet of ripe berry fruit, oak and spice is followed by a wine that is sweet, soft and savoury, with some unresolved tannins. It remains a bit chunky but is still satisfying and flavourful.
About Chateau Malescot St Expery Château Malescot St. Exupéry is a renowned wine estate located in the Margaux appellation of Bordeaux, France. Established in the 17th century, this historic château covers approximately 23 hectares of vineyard, where gravelly soils contribute to the distinctive quality of its wines. …
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Price: £129.00
Stock: 9 in Stock
Chateau Montrose, 1975
St Estephe 2nd Growth Classification
The 1975 Château Montrose is a notable vintage from this esteemed Second Growth estate located in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux. Château Montrose is known for producing powerful, long-lived wines dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, and the 1975 vintage stands out for its classic structure and potential for aging. The 1975 Château Montrose has aged remarkably well due to its tannic structure and concentration. At nearly 50 years old, it is in its peak drinking window, offering fully developed tertiary characteristics. However, well-stored bottles could continue to show well for a few more years, though it is best to enjoy this wine soon before it begins to decline. …
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Price: £195.00
Stock: 5 in Stock
Chateau Mouton Rothschild, 1975
Paulliac 1er Cru Grand Classe (Andy Warhol label) Magnum
*** 90 Points Robert Parker ***
Reviews "This wine has finally begun to reveal some potential. It has been closed and frightfully tannic for the last decade. The wine exhibits a good dark ruby/garnet color, a sweet nose of cedar, chocolate, cassis, and spices, good ripe fruit and extraction, and a weighty, large-scaled, tannic finish. Although still unevolved, it is beginning to throw off its cloak of tannin and exhibit more complexity and balance. I remain concerned about how well the fruit will hold, but this wine will undoubtedly hit its plateau around the turn of the century. Putting it in the context of what is a largely disappointing range of Mouton-Rothchilds in the decade of the seventies, …
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Price: £895.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Chateau Musar, 1975
Bekaar Valley, Lebanon, Gaston Hochar High Shoulder
Garnet colour, woody, stable house, gamey on nose, with forest floor, highly toasted oak's coffee flavours, dried red cherry and black plum with exotic spices in the finish.
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Price: £395.00
Stock: 2 in Stock
Chateau Palmer, 1975
Margaux 3me Cru Classe
The 1975 Château Palmer is a stunning testament to the estate's legendary craftsmanship, offering an exceptional opportunity to experience a mature Bordeaux at its peak. This 3ème Cru Classé from Margaux showcases the hallmark elegance and complexity that have made Palmer one of the most sought-after names in the region. With nearly five decades of careful aging, this vintage has developed an extraordinary depth of character, revealing layers of dark fruit, cedar, pencil lead, and earthy minerality, all wrapped in the silky, refined texture that defines great Margaux wines.
The 1975 vintage is known for its firm structure and longevity, and Château Palmer has evolved beautifully over time. …
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Price: £365.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Chateau Saint Pierre, 1975
Château Saint-Pierre-Sevaistre, St Julien
The 1975 Château Saint-Pierre-Sevaistre is a fascinating piece of Bordeaux history from the esteemed Saint-Julien appellation. Produced during a vintage known for structured and long-lived wines, this bottle offers a rare opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts to experience a mature Bordeaux with decades of evolution. Château Saint-Pierre-Sevaistre, a historic estate, was part of the fragmented lineage of Château Saint-Pierre before its eventual reunification in 1982, adding to the wine’s unique provenance.
While 1975 was a challenging vintage, some wines have shown remarkable resilience, and this bottle is a testament to the longevity of Saint-Julien’s terroir. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Chateau Trotte Vielle, 1975
St Emilion Premiere Grand cru Classe
The Château Trotte Vieille 1975 is a classic wine from the Saint-Émilion appellation in Bordeaux, France, and is classified as a Premier Grand Cru Classé (B). The 1975 vintage is renowned for its structure and longevity, especially in Bordeaux, where wines from this year are characterized by firm tannins, freshness, and great aging potential. Château Trotte Vieille 1975 is a wonderful example of the vintage, offering the charm of a mature Right Bank wine with the added complexity that comes with decades of aging.
Wine Overview
The 1975 Château Trotte Vieille is crafted from a blend typical of the estate:
Cabernet Franc (dominant): Providing structure, floral aromas, and herbal complexity. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 3 in Stock
Chateau Trotte Vielle, 1975
St Emilion Premiere Grand cru Classe
faded labels
The Château Trotte Vieille 1975 is a classic wine from the Saint-Émilion appellation in Bordeaux, France, and is classified as a Premier Grand Cru Classé (B). The 1975 vintage is renowned for its structure and longevity, especially in Bordeaux, where wines from this year are characterized by firm tannins, freshness, and great aging potential. Château Trotte Vieille 1975 is a wonderful example of the vintage, offering the charm of a mature Right Bank wine with the added complexity that comes with decades of aging.
Wine Overview
The 1975 Château Trotte Vieille is crafted from a blend typical of the estate:
Cabernet Franc (dominant): Providing structure, floral aromas, and herbal complexity. …
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Chianti, 1975
Fiorino - Pieraccioni - MAGNUM 1,5 LITER
The 1975 Fiorino - Pieraccioni Chianti is a beautifully aged expression of Sangiovese, offering a nuanced and complex profile. Expect aromas of dried red berries, leather, tobacco, and earthy notes, with subtle hints of balsamic, dried herbs, and a touch of spice. The tannins have softened over the years, providing a smooth, well-integrated texture, while the acidity remains vibrant, maintaining balance and freshness. A sophisticated, classic Chianti with elegant depth.
Tuscan wine (Italian Toscana) is Italian wine from the Tuscany region. Located in central Italy along the Tyrrhenian coast, Tuscany is home to some of the world's most notable wine regions. …
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Price: £149.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Chianti, 1975
Fattoria Pieve a Pitiana
Special Offer | Was £119 | Now £89
The 1975 Fattoria Pieve a Pitiana Chianti is a beautifully matured Sangiovese, showcasing a rich and complex profile. Aromas of dried red fruit, leather, and earthy notes of forest floor lead the way, accompanied by subtle hints of tobacco, balsamic, and dried herbs. Over time, the tannins have softened to reveal a smooth, well-rounded texture, while the acidity remains fresh, providing balance and vibrancy. This classic, aged Chianti is a refined example of traditional Tuscan winemaking.
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Chianti, 1975
Fattoria Cipressi - S. Leonino
The 1975 Casalino Chianti is a mature, well-developed wine with a rich, complex profile. Expect aromas of dried red fruit, leather, and earthy forest floor, complemented by subtle hints of tobacco, balsamic, and herbs. The tannins have softened over time, leading to a smooth, round texture, while the acidity remains vibrant, providing balance and freshness. This Chianti has aged gracefully, offering a classic and elegant expression of Sangiovese.
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Price: £129.00
Stock: 2 in Stock
Chianti Classico, 1975
Brolio - Barone Ricasoli
The 1975 Chianti Classico Brolio - Barone Ricasoli is a beautifully aged wine, offering a complex and refined profile. Expect aromas of dried red cherries, leather, and tobacco, with earthy notes of forest floor and subtle balsamic undertones. The tannins, which were once firm, have softened over time, providing a smooth and integrated texture. The acidity remains vibrant, ensuring balance and freshness. This classic expression of Chianti Classico has matured gracefully, showcasing the depth and elegance of Sangiovese.
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 2 in Stock
Cirò, 1975
Cantina Soc Ciro Marina
The Ciro Rosado has a pale ruby colour. Has an elegant bouquet in which they differ floral and fruity notes: rose, maraschino cherry, red fruit and hints of iodine on a rhubarb and sweet spices. The palate has a right to the body weight in balance and freshness, is intense and soft with a lingering fruity finish.
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Cirò, 1975
Cantina Soc Torre Melissa
The Ciro Rosso has a bright ruby red color and transparent. Has an elegant bouquet in which they differ floral and fruity notes: rose, maraschino cherry, red fruit and hints of iodine on a rhubarb and sweet spices. The palate has a right to the body weight in balance and freshness, is intense and soft with a lingering fruity finish and almonds.
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Price: £79.00
Stock: 3 in Stock
Cossart Gordon Madeira, 1975
Vintage Verdelho Madeira
75cl Bottle
An elegant 1975 Verdelho Madeira from Cossart Gordon, the oldest Madeira house, founded in 1745. Made from the Verdelho grape, this mid-dry style offers a perfect balance of vibrant acidity and layered complexity, matured slowly in oak casks over decades. An exceptional bottle for 50th anniversaries, refined gifts, or collectors of rare fortified wines.
Tasting Notes
Amber in colour with golden hues. Aromas of hazelnut, orange zest, figs, and sea-spray minerality. The palate is bright and complex, with marmalade, roasted almond, and a touch of spice, finishing with lifted acidity and impressive length. …
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Price: £335.00
Stock: 12 in Stock
Cossart Gordon Madeira, 1975
Vintage Verdelho Madeira
37.5cl Bottle
1975 Cossart Gordon and Co Verdelho - Please note that these are in our deep storage - Please allow 7 days for delivery.
Tasting Notes
Color . Topaz with golden-greenish nuance, brilliant crystalline. Aroma . Very characteristic bouquet, exuberant, intense, with notes of spice, dried fruits such as nuts and iodized nuts. Mouth . Medium dry, very fresh, vibrant, with salinity, very long spicy aftertaste, leaving notes of spice, blasam and smoked nut.
About This Wine
An old rare medium dry single vintage Madeira aged for 47 years in 650cl casks at the Blandy’s lodge in Funchal. …
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Price: £179.00
Stock: 4 in Stock
Cossart Gordon Madeira, 1975
Vintage Verdelho Madeira
150cl Magnum Bottle
1975 Cossart Gordon and Co Verdelho - Please note that these are in our deep storage - Please allow 7 days for delivery.
Tasting Notes
Color . Topaz with golden-greenish nuance, brilliant crystalline. Aroma . Very characteristic bouquet, exuberant, intense, with notes of spice, dried fruits such as nuts and iodized nuts. Mouth . Medium dry, very fresh, vibrant, with salinity, very long spicy aftertaste, leaving notes of spice, blasam and smoked nut.
About This Wine
An old rare medium dry single vintage Madeira aged for 47 years in 650cl casks at the Blandy’s lodge in Funchal. …
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Price: £545.00
Stock: 2 in Stock
Croft Port, 1975
Vintage Port- MAGNUM
Croft 1975 is a fruity port with notes of sultanas, toffee, coffee beans and a slightly bittersweet finish.
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Price: £385.00
Stock: 7 in Stock
Dolcetto, 1975
Bersano
The 1975 Bersano Dolcetto is a mature and well-aged example of this typically fruity and accessible Piedmontese wine. Over the years, it has developed a more complex profile, with aromas of dried blackberries, dark cherries, and subtle hints of dried herbs and earthy undertones. The once-fresh, fruity character has evolved into a more nuanced, softer expression, with a smooth texture and balanced acidity. The tannins have mellowed, creating a refined, easy-drinking profile, but still retaining enough freshness to keep it lively.
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Price: £69.00
Stock: 1 in Stock