1991 Wine and Port Vintage
Vintage Summary and Recommendations:
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The 1991 vintage was, overall, a slightly drab vintage, but there were some gems. Bordeaux and Burgundy both suffered terribly from April frosts, which struck much of Europe. However, fortified wines enjoyed a very good year.
Our Wine Expert currently recommends the following wines for this year:
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Italian: The 1991 Italian vintage was better than first thought, but did not rival the three exceptional vintages that preceded it. July was generally very hot and sunny, which continued into August. September remained warm, but rainfall from the middle of September on prevented Nebbiolo and Barbera from ripening fully. As a result the crop was small and the wines will not maintain the traditional longevity associated with the grape. In Tuscany, most producers in Chianti made only small quantities of Riserva, if any at all. In Montalcino and Montepulciano however, producers who thinned out the crop during the summer were rewarded with the raw materials for wines which have kept well. The best examples of Brunello and Vino Nobile have good depth and structure, and although the fruit is not particularly exuberant they are still drinking well now.
Portugal: Declared as a Vintage by some producers, the first since 1985. The 1991 was a very small but good Vintage; the grapes tended to be small with little juice resulting in deep, dense powerful wines for the medium to long term. It was declared by the Symington-owned houses (Dow, Graham, Warre, Smith Woodhouse, Gould Campbell, Quarles Harris) while Taylor and Fonseca declared Single Quinta wines. Both the declared 1991 Vintage Ports and the 1991 Single Quinta wines would make a great wine gift for a birthday or anniversary celebration.
Spain: The 1991 Rioja and Ribera del Duero vintage was an excellent one. The crop was small, but the wines produced should have weight, structure and quality for years to come.
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Ryst Dupeyron Armagnac, 1991
Ryst Dupeyron Reserve Joseph Millesime vintage Armagnac
50cl bottle
The grapes used for the 1991 Ryst Dupeyron Armagnac were harvested in that year. This makes it a great choice for anyone with a special connection to 1991, such as a birth year or anniversary.
Tasting Notes
This Armagnac would have been aged for a considerable amount of time in oak barrels, likely around 30 years, allowing it to develop a rich and complex flavour profile. Armagnacs from Ryst-Dupeyron are known for their depth and complexity. Expect notes of dried fruits, vanilla, spices, oak, and perhaps hints of caramel or toffee. The extended aging period typically results in a smooth, well-rounded spirit with a long finish. …
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Price: £79.95
Stock: 34 in Stock
Blandys, 1991
Malmsey Vintage Madeira
37.5 cl Bottle In Individual Box
98 Points - Richard Mayson (Decanter)
PLEASE ALLOW 10 DAYS FOR DELIVERY
A beautifully aged sweet Madeira – this 1991 Blandy’s Malmsey in half-bottle format is a perfect gift or indulgence for lovers of fine fortified wine. Ideal for gifting, sharing, or discovering the beauty of mature Madeira without committing to a full-size bottle.
Tasting Notes:
Three decades of gentle ageing in seasoned oak casks have imbued this Malmsey with richness, elegance, and depth. The nose opens with waves of dried fig, medjool date, molasses, and toasted hazelnut, underpinned by polished wood, orange oil, and warm spices. On the palate, it’s lusciously sweet yet finely structured, balancing flavours of caramelised pear, treacle tart, candied citrus, and spiced fruitcake. …
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Price: £115.00
Stock: 2 in Stock
Blandys, 1991
Malmsey Vintage Madeira
75cl Bottle In Individual Box
98 Points - Richard Mayson (Decanter)
PLEASE ALLOW 10 DAYS FOR DELIVERY
A luxurious 1991 vintage Malmsey Madeira from Blandy’s – ideal for special gifts, milestone birthdays, or collectors of aged sweet wines.
Tasting Notes:
Three decades of slow maturation in old American oak have given this Malmsey extraordinary depth and a velvet-like richness. The nose is layered with aromas of fig jam, dark treacle, dried apricot, burnt orange peel, and a touch of spice box. On the palate, it’s lush and concentrated, yet beautifully balanced by Madeira’s hallmark acidity — with flavours of sultana, ginger cake, molasses, cocoa, and caramelised citrus zest. The finish is warming, long, and gently nutty. …
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Price: £220.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Blandys, 1991
Malmsey Vintage Madeira
150cl Magnum Bottle In Individual Box
98 Points - Richard Mayson (Decanter)
PLEASE ALLOW 10 DAYS FOR DELIVERY
Presented in a magnum format (150cl), this bottle makes a dramatic centrepiece for a dinner party or celebration, and offers exceptional value for age and provenance. Ready to enjoy now, with virtually unlimited ageing potential.
Tasting Notes:
Over three decades of gentle ageing in seasoned oak casks have given this Malmsey remarkable richness, poise, and aromatic complexity. The nose is layered and expressive: treacle tart, medjool dates, cinnamon stick, aged citrus peel, and polished mahogany. Mouth-coating and sweet yet balanced by Madeira’s signature acidity, it delivers flavours of burnt toffee, fig conserve, orange marmalade, spiced cake, and toasted almond. …
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Price: £443.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Blandys, 1991
Malmsey Vintage Madeira
300cl Jeroboam Bottle In Individual Box
98 Points - Richard Mayson (Decanter)
PLEASE ALLOW 10 DAYS FOR DELIVERY
A rare large-format vintage Madeira – this 300cl Jeroboam of 1991 Blandy’s Malmsey is a collector’s dream and a show-stopping centrepiece for celebrations. Ready to enjoy now, but with the structure and sweetness to continue evolving in bottle for decades to come.
Tasting Notes:
Three decades in seasoned oak casks have shaped this Malmsey into a rich and captivating expression. The nose is a heady mix of dark honey, dates, orange peel, old wood, and baking spices, with a touch of pipe tobacco and treacle. On the palate, it’s luxuriously sweet but perfectly balanced by vibrant acidity – delivering flavours of fig cake, burnt sugar, spiced marmalade, molasses, and roasted nuts. …
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Price: £860.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Chateau Haut Brion, 1991
Pessac Leognan 1er Grand Cru Classe
The 1991 Château Haut-Brion is a red wine from one of Bordeaux's most prestigious producers, located in the Pessac-Léognan appellation. Château Haut-Brion is renowned as one of the five First Growths (Premier Cru Classé) from the 1855 classification, celebrated for its elegant and complex wines that age beautifully.
Key Characteristics of 1991 Château Haut-Brion:
Vintage Overview: 1991 was a challenging year in Bordeaux due to an early frost in April, which significantly reduced yields. Producers like Château Haut-Brion focused on meticulous selection to ensure quality in their wines. While not as powerful as other great vintages, the 1991 Haut-Brion can display finesse and aromatic complexity. …
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Price: £475.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Chateau Musar, 1991
Bekaar Valley, Gaston Hochar
The 1991 Château Musar is another remarkable vintage from this legendary Lebanese winery, showcasing its ability to produce wines that age gracefully for decades. Château Musar’s signature blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, and Carignan continues to shine in this vintage, reflecting the terroir of the Bekaa Valley.
Vintage Overview
1991 Bekaa Valley Vintage: A vintage with favorable growing conditions, despite some political and logistical challenges in Lebanon. The wines from 1991 are known for their balance, ripe fruit, and elegant structure, traits that are hallmarks of Château Musar's style. …
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Price: £189.00
Stock: 2 in Stock
Cockburn Port, 1991
Vintage Port
The 1991 Cockburn Vintage Port is a well-regarded wine from a notable vintage, recognized for its complexity and elegance. It opens with aromas of dark berries, plums, and black cherries, complemented by subtle notes of spice, chocolate, and a hint of floral character. On the palate, this port is rich and full-bodied, displaying concentrated fruit flavors balanced by smooth tannins and a refreshing acidity. The structure and depth of the wine promise long-term aging potential, allowing it to develop further complexity in the bottle. The finish is long and satisfying, with lingering flavors of dark fruit and spice. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 3 in Stock
Graham's Port, 1991
Vintage Port
The 1991 Graham’s Vintage Port is a distinguished offering from one of the Douro Valley's most esteemed producers. This vintage marked the first declared by Graham's in six years, a testament to the exceptional quality of the harvest. Sourced from premier estates such as Quinta dos Malvedos and Quinta das Lages, the wine showcases the house's commitment to excellence.
In the glass, it presents an opaque purple-black hue, indicative of its concentration and depth. The nose is rich and expressive, revealing aromas of black fruits, licorice, spring flowers, and a hint of tar. On the palate, it's full-bodied and opulent, with a satiny texture and a powerful, alcoholic finish. …
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Price: £129.00
Stock: 5 in Stock
Novembrino, 1991
Tenuta Col d'Orcia
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
Quinta do Noval Nacional, 1991
Vintage Port
Rich ruby color that is nearly opaque. It presents notes of strawberry, molasses and others mentioned root beer which I did not really get, but thought was worth noting. This Nacional displays excellent concentration and structure, with medium to full-bodied juice. It possesses young blackberry fruit with a unique balsamic component, and shows its fine balance and some powerful tannins that will allow this wine to age for a few decades. A fine Nacional but not a classic, from an unheralded vintage that has a very youthful essence and lingering finish. 93 pts. (HOLD) Roy Hersh
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Price: £695.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Churchill's Port, 1991
Vintage Port
Churchill’s 1991 Vintage Port
A fine expression from a cooler, structured vintage, the 1991 Churchill’s Vintage Port displays the house’s hallmark style: elegance over opulence, with precision, freshness, and backbone.
Tasting Notes:
On the nose, it reveals lifted aromas of wild berries, black cherries, dried rose petals, and subtle herbal undertones, layered with hints of cedar, leather, and cocoa. The palate is medium to full-bodied with a refined balance of fruit and acidity. Flavours of dark plums, black tea, and liquorice emerge with impressive clarity, supported by firm tannins and a lingering, slightly dry finish—typical of Churchill’s stylistic restraint. …
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Price: £89.95
Stock: Out of Stock
Quinta do Noval, 1991
Vintage Port
The 1991 Quinta do Noval Vintage Port is an exceptional wine from one of the most highly regarded producers in the Douro Valley. Known for its depth and elegance, this vintage presents a complex bouquet of blackberries, plums, and dark cherries, layered with hints of violets, cocoa, and spices. On the palate, it is full-bodied and richly textured, offering intense dark fruit flavors balanced by firm, well-integrated tannins and a lively acidity that gives it a remarkable freshness. The structure of this wine promises excellent aging potential, with many bottles still evolving gracefully over decades. …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: Out of Stock
Smith Woodhouse, 1991
Vintage Port
The 1991 Smith Woodhouse Vintage Port is a classic expression from a well-regarded vintage known for its balance and elegance. Smith Woodhouse, a respected producer in the Symington Family Estates portfolio, has crafted a Port with depth, intensity, and longevity, which showcases the character of the 1991 growing season.
On the nose, this Port opens with vibrant aromas of dark cherries, plums, and blackberries, layered with hints of licorice, dried figs, and subtle floral notes. There are also undertones of spices, such as cinnamon and clove, and a touch of earthy minerality that adds complexity. …
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Price: £79.95
Stock: Out of Stock