2015 Wine and Port Vintage
Italian: In Piemonte an exceptional vintage was produced,with great promise thanks to healthy grapes and exceptionally regular bunches.
In Tuscany, a cold and rainy winter preceded an irregular spring followed by exceptionally hot, dry summer weather, creating small bunches of Sangiovese, so yields were down across the region however concentration levels concentration levels are very good.
Portugal: 
The 2015 Vintage Port Harvest
Abundant rainfall marked the start of the viticultural year, replenishing depleted soil water reserves. This was to prove crucial due to the very dry winter, spring and summer that followed which was the hottest and driest of the last 36 years. It was the hottest June of the last half-century resulting in exceptionally low yields at harvest time. The conditions leading up to the harvest were excellent and a little late rain followed by sunshine just before picking offset some of the heat stress to produce some of the best grapes in memory (particularly Touriga Franca)
To declare or not to declare?
The ports produced in the 2015 vintage are, without doubt, outstanding and many producers such as Niepoort, Noval Ramos Pinto have declared the vintage. With small productions and an eye to what will probably be a spectacular 2016 vintage, Taylor Fladgate and Symington’s have not declared all of their range producing instead some amazing value single quintas. These companies never make back-to-back declarations. Symingtons have produces a very small quantity of the ultra-rare Graham's Stone Terraces and declared Cockburn to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the shipper.
Our assessment.
Having tasted all of the 2015 ports below, our port expert, Dr Tony Carter, has scored all of them above 90 points (outstanding) and rated the Stone Terrace, Dows and Vesuvio in the exceptional category (95+ points). This is in line with other critical reviews. In general, the exceptional showing for the Touriga Franca adds amazing floral qualities across the board. This is supported by a good showing for the Touriga Nacional which adds structure and backbone great ageing potential for these wines. We look forward to revisiting them in 40 years time!
2015 is definitely a vintage for port drinkers. Apart from the rare and limited releases, investors should look towards the 2016 vintage. Port drinkers can find amazing value amongst the single quintas (Fonseca, Taylor's, Croft, Dow's) or pick up some excellent quality vintage ports.
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Quevedo, 2015
Vintage Port, Douro
The 2015 Vintage Quevedo Port Wine is a deep dark ruby with hints of purple. It Has a rich nose of ripe fruits like blueberry, cherry, plum, a touch of cacao and wild flowers. The pallet is full, intense and persistent, presenting fine and round tannins. Long finish with chocolate notes.
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Price: $70.01 USD
Stock: 64 in Stock
Quinta da Devesa, 2015
Late Bottled Vintage Port, Douro
Presented in Devesa Gift Box
***91 Points - Mark Squires- Wine Advocate***
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The 2015 Late Bottled Vintage Port is a blend of 30% each of Touriga Franca, Tinta Barroca and Touriga Nacional, plus 10% Sousão aged in old balseiros for four years. It was bottled unfiltered and with a long cork in 2019. It comes in at 113 grams per liter of residual sugar. Very fragrant, this is scented with eucalyptus, and it shows fine structure as well. Tight on the finish in its youth, it is focused and flavorful, with lingering fruit. This expressive LBV is well done.
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Price: $38.16 USD
Stock: 23 in Stock
Burmester, 2015
Quinta do Arnozelo, Douro
Presented in Wooden Gift Box
***88 Points- Wine Advocate***
This 2015 Vintage Port Wine from Burmester Port is a medium bodied port that will be ready to drink in the next 10-15 whilst continuing to mature and evolve excellently for another 20 plus years. Comprised of ripe red and dark berries this wine is pleasantly sweet and smooth with good acidity and fine tannins at this early stage.
The vineyard of Quinta do Arnozelo is situated on the southern bank of the Douro river, between the small towns of São João da Pesqueira and Vila Nova de Foz Côa. This is in the prestigious upper reaches of the Douro demarcated wine region, the aptly named Douro Superior. …
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Price: $100.65 USD
Stock: 6 in Stock
Quinta Das Carvalhas, 2015
Vintage Port, Douro
***94 Points Wine Spectator***
A very special offer to celebrate the official UK launch of Quinta das Carvalhas. We are delighted to exclusively offer in the UK these outstanding Ports and wines from one of the most iconic estate in the Douro Valley.
Quinta Das Carvalhas 2015 Vintage Port is made from a small parcel of vines over 100 years old. It has a complex nectar, born in an exceptional year and from 100-year-old vineyards harvested in an exceptional year, with powerful, very complex and concentrated red wines. According to a tasting note of the producer, "the intense purple colour of this Quinta das Carvalhas Vintage Port 2015 reveals that we are dealing with a young wine. …
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Price: $89.12 USD
Stock: 20 in Stock
São Leonardo by Quinta do Mourao, 2015
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Vintage Port, Douro
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Dark red color.
Very complex aromas of balsamic, dark fruits and notes of chocolate
Full-bodied in the palate, dense and voluminous with a good acidity. Fresh
and greedy finish.
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Price: $57.27 USD
Stock: 29 in Stock
Amarone della Valpolicella, 2015
Spada - Firmus, Veneto
This wine is made from grapes harvested in various vineyards located on hills in the Valpolicella zone (Mezzane and Tregnago hills). Different sources and different grape varieties are important to obtain well-balanced wines with the fine structure that only a few single areas in the Valpolicella zone can provide. Notes: Color: strong ruby red. Clear and transparent. Bouquet: notes of vanilla and ethereal airs depending on the period of aging in the barrel; notes of sweet fruits such as currants, blueberries, cherries depending on the varieties of grapes. Flavor: wine with a velvety, raisiny character combined with the structure and typical stylish bitterness to give it good balance. …
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Price: $80.20 USD
Stock: 37 in Stock
Azamor, 2015
Petit Verdot, Red Wine, Alentejo
Azamor uses a mixture of indigenous Portuguese varieties (Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca and Trincadeira) and international varieties (Syrah, Alicante Bouschet, Petit Verdot and Merlot) in the Vinho Regional Alentejano blend to produce a bold yet refined red, packed with juicy fruit and ripe tannins. The 100% Petit Verdot is well structured with intense black fruit flavours and a subtle smoky character from 12 months ageing in French oak, 35% of which is new. Made using grapes from the best plots on the vineyard, the ‘Selected Vines’ is an intriguing blend of Syrah, Touriga Franca and Alicante Bouchet, aged for 12 months in a mixture of French and American oak. …
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Price: $25.42 USD
Stock: 9 in Stock
Barolo, 2015
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Massolino Serralunga, Barolo, Piedmont 93 Points James Suckling 93 Points- Wine Advocate
Barolo Classico Massolino represents the synthesis of the different characteristics offered by each terroir. We have always preferred traditional ageing in large Slavonian oak barrels, to maintain a purer and more forthright identity. A broad and variable range of aromas, with a surprising expressive evolution over time.
Appearance:
Garnet red colour with variable intensity depending on the vintage.
Bouquet:
The grapes come from different vineyards and this gives them a broad and variable spectrum of perfumes, ranging from tempting spicy notes to those of a sweeter, floral and fruity nature. …
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Price: $76.38 USD
Stock: 1 in Stock
Barolo, 2015
Gigi Rosso - Trecomuni, Piedmont
This 2015 Gigi Rosso Barolo Barolo comes from Trecomuni, which is a Cantina Gigi Rosso registered trademark. According to the ancient Piedmontese tradition, in order to obtain a perfect Barolo, one has to source grapes from three different terroir. The Helvetian soil of Serralunga or Monforte will contribute character and longevity, the mixed soil of Barolo, Castiglione or Novello will bring finesse and elegance and finally the Tortonian soil of La Morra or Verduno will deliver fruit and freshness. From the union of three “Communes” this Barolo was born, thus combining all great features of different Barolo terroir soil types. …
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Price: $59.82 USD
Stock: 26 in Stock
Barolo, 2015
Cantine Ascheri, Piedmont Giacomo - Pisapola ***17/20 Points- JancisRobinson>com
This 2015 Cantine Ascheri Giacomo red wine is a forward and stylish Barolo.
Origin: Pisapola in Verduno
Grape Variety: 100% Nebbiolo
Harvest time: 2013 – 18th/19th October / 2015 – 21st/22nd September
Fermentation: about 12 days at 28°C
Characteristics:
Intense garnet red colour. Ethereal and elegant bouquet, with ripe fruit, violet and sweet spices notes
round, harmonious, velvety wine with an excellent persistence. An austere, but harmonious and pleasant wine
Serve at: 14°/16°C
Try it with: excellent with roasted red meats, on the spit or grilled meats, furry game
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Price: $87.91 USD
Stock: 21 in Stock
Barolo, 2015
Cantine Ascheri, Piedmont Giacomo - Sorano ***92 Points- RobertParker.com*** ***16.5/20- JancisRobinson.com***
This 2015 Cantine Ascheri Giacomo red wine is a classic Barolo.
Origin: Sorano in Serralunga d’Alba
Grape Variety: 100% Nebbiolo
Harvest time: 2015 – 23th/25th September
Fermentation: about 15 days at 30°C and then 60% with the “submerged cap” technique (post fermentation maceration) for 25 more days.
Characteristics: Garnet red colour. Ethereal bouquet; intense tar with a scent of dry flowers, underwood, leather, truffles and sweet spices. A rich palate; balance and mature tannins contribute to its harmony, distinction and intensity. A remarkably classy, austere wine, with exceptional richness and typicity. …
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Price: $105.69 USD
Stock: 17 in Stock
Barolo, 2015
Sobrero, Piedmont
Barolo lies just south-west of Alba in Italy's north-western Piedmont region. It is considered one of the finest and longest-lived wines, often referred to as 'the king of wines and the wine of kings'. Wine production is strictly limited to the vineyards located on steep hills around the towns of Barolo, La Morra, Castiglione Falletto, Serralunga d'Alba and Monforte d'Alba, Despite the different characteristics of these wines due to the varied terroir, they do display similar traits. These include a garnet color, powerful structure, firm tannins and high levels of acidity and alcohol, with the capacity to age for many years. …
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Price: $62.43 USD
Stock: 26 in Stock
Barolo, 2015
Massolino, Piedmont Riserva Vigna Rionda ***98 - Wine Enthusiast***
The most prominent element in the history of our estate, Vigna Rionda is one of the most sought-after and prestigious crus in the area. This prestige goes beyond the microclimate and soil: something happens on that hill and that something gives life to Vigna Rionda Riserva, a truly unique wine.
Made with Nebbiolo grapes grown in our vineyard in the “Vigna Rionda” Me.G.A. in Serralunga d’Alba.
Colour: bright garnet red.
Bouquet: reveals multiple broad and enveloping sensations, ranging from those of the early years, focused primarily on red fruits and flowers, to the more evolved sensations of brushwood, tobacco and spices that develop with age. …
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Price: $215.32 USD
Stock: 6 in Stock
Barolo, 2015
Gigi Rosso, Piedmont Rocche Moriondino ***92 points- James Suckling*** ***89 Points- Wine Enthusiast***
Barolo is known as the 'king of wines' and is made from the Nebbiolo grape. Heady aromas of rose, leather, vanilla, cherry, pepper, cranberry, strawberry. Fruits are perfectly knitted with the tannins and acidity. It's a powerful wine but remarkably subtle. Don't underestimate it and certainly serve it with food to show at it's best. Nebbiolo has naturally high tannins and acidity, so it will take on full-flavoured, rich foods no problem at all.
Gigi Rosso winery sits in Castiglione Falletto, in the heart of Barolo land. It carries the name of its founder Gigi, one of Barolo’s and Langhe pioneers. …
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Price: $78.99 USD
Stock: 22 in Stock
Barolo, 2015
Elio Grasso, Piedmont Riserva Rüncot ***97 Points- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate***
Barolo is known as the 'king of wines' and is made from the Nebbiolo grape. Heady aromas of rose, leather, vanilla, cherry, pepper, cranberry, strawberry. Fruits are perfectly knitted with the tannins and acidity. It's a powerful wine but remarkably subtle. Don't underestimate it and certainly serve it with food to show at it's best. Nebbiolo has naturally high tannins and acidity, so it will take on full-flavoured, rich foods no problem at all.
Grape: Nebbiolo
First vintage: 1995
Aspect and height above sea level: south-facing, 300-350 metres
Soil type: moderately loose-packed, slightly clayey, …
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Price: $279.03 USD
Stock: 6 in Stock
Boa Vista, 2015
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Quinta da Boavista- Reserva, Red Wine, Douro
***92+ Points Wine advocate***
From the flagship wine from Quinta da Boavista. This is a blend of old vines around 80 years old and new plantings. Aged for two years in new French oak. Beautifully fine, knitted tannins and a finish that just goes on and on. Complex up top with faithful Douro fruit ahead of subtle spice, mocha and tobacco notes.
Quinta da Boavista is one of the most significant and picturesque vineyard estates in the Douro Valley.The Quinta was home to Baron Joseph James Forrester, who in 1843 produced the first demarcated map of the Douro Valley, still used to this day. The estate has passed through the hands of the Offley family, through to Sogrape Vinhos and in 2013, was sold to Lima Smith Lda. …
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Price: $63.64 USD
Stock: 12 in Stock
Boa Vista, 2015
Quinta da Boavista, Douro
Vinha do Oratorio Vinhas Velhas
***93 Points- Robert Parker's-Wine Advocate***
The icon vineyard of Quinta da Boavista, the Vinha do Oratório is formed in high and curved terraces in the shape of an oratory that reach eight meters in height. This vineyard, facing east, has an altitude that varies between 80 and 175 meters and has a mixture of more than 25 Douro grape varieties. With an average age of over 80 years, these vineyards allow us to produce a wine of remarkable concentration and complexity
Located near Pinhão, on the right bank of the Douro river, Quinta da Boavista has an extraordinary view over the river. It is one of the most iconic estates in the demarcated region, known not only for its historical connection with the Baron of Forrester, but also for its 36 hectares of high-quality vines. …
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Price: $164.36 USD
Stock: 11 in Stock
Brunello di Montalcino, 2015
Albatreti
Small red berries and sour cherries are evident on the nose with elegant tobacco notes and a good dose of mediterranean herbs. Elegant and savoury on the palate this wine has profound structure and can age well over 20 years.
From a 1.8 hectare site the wine is aged in oak for 3 years before another year in bottle prior to release.
If you're drinking this now we'd suggest decanting for at least an hour before hand and pairing with something hearty and rich, beef or game dishes with mushrooms and root veg would be a good place to start.
Albatreti is a 29ha property of which 5ha are under vine and 1.8ha dedicated to Brunello di Montalcino. …
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Price: $82.82 USD
Stock: 1 in Stock
Calem Port, 2015
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Vintage Port, Douro
Presented in Original Gift Box
***90 - 92 Points - Wine Advocate***
Special Offer | Was £59.95 | Now £39.95
The Cálem 2015 Vintage Port Wine is noted as having aromas of “black fruit and hints of spice and cocoa” with a “robust and sweet” palate. It is a blend of 30% Touriga Naçional, 30% Touriga Franca, 30% Tinta Roriz and 10% Sousão.
Winemaker and oenologist, Carlos Alves, said: “2015 was an unusual year. Exceptional wines from the Douro Superior but some imbalance in Cima Corgo and Baixo Corgo. 2015 wines have a vibrant acidity and demanded an extensive and detailed work at the winery.”
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Price: $50.90 USD
Stock: 23 in Stock
Chateau Cissac, 2015
Cru Bourgeois, Haut Medoc- Bordeaux
A 2015 vintage Bordeaux wine. This is the beauty of decent Cru Bourgeois Bordeaux if stored well - it makes demands on the taster (patience and consideration). Not a wine for those who prefer to 'pop and pour' who miss out on most of the quality and character.
The 2015 has a good rich colour - browning just a little at the rim. This bottle demands patience when opening as it needs time to develop. Good blackcurrant nose. Plum, damson on the palate with balancing blackcurrant acidity. Dusty tannins on the end palate at first but the tannin softened in the glass, even without food. With food it is excellent. …
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Price: $38.16 USD
Stock: 14 in Stock
Chateau Doisy Daene, 2015
Barsac, Sweet White Wine, Bordeaux
***95-97 Points - The Wine Advocate***
This 2015 sweet white wine from Barsac is 100% Semillon this year, and retains a lovely freshness. Textured and with plenty of noble rot in evidence, it displays notes of orange peel and apricots. Intense and scented with a finish that goes on and on.
"Wow. This is really impressive with a fabulous density and style. So much mushroom, almond and dried apple, apricot character. Fresh and bright. Joyous." James Suckling - 96 points
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Price: $57.27 USD
Stock: 1 in Stock
Cockburn Port, 2015
Vintage Port, Douro
This 2015 Vintage Port Wine is only the second Cockburn’s Vintage Port made by the Symington family since it acquired the brand name from Beam in 2010, having bought the vineyards and cellars in 2006. Its declaration of a 2015 Vintage Port is the latest in a number of innovations and investment to mark the company’s bicentenary, with the brand having been founded in 1815. Up until the 1950's Cockburn’s was one of the Douro’s leading Port producers, with its Ports commanding some of the highest prices at international wine auctions. However its rapid expansion into the mass market in the second half of the century served to damage its reputation for fine wines. …
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Price: $114.60 USD
Stock: 6 in Stock
Cockburn Port, 2015
Vintage Port- MAGNUM, Douro
Includes Cockburn Wooden Presentation Case
***94 Points-James Suckling***
This 2015 Vintage Port Wine is only the second Cockburn’s vintage Port made by the Symington family since it acquired the brand name from Beam in 2010, having bought the vineyards and cellars in 2006. Its declaration of a 2015 vintage Port is the latest in a number of innovations and investment to mark the company’s bicentenary, with the brand having been founded in 1815. Up until the 1950's Cockburn’s was one of the Douro’s leading Port producers, with its Ports commanding some of the highest prices at international wine auctions. However its rapid expansion into the mass market in the second half of the century served to damage its reputation for fine wines. …
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Price: $177.10 USD
Stock: 5 in Stock
Cockburn Port, 2015
Vintage Port, Douro
RARE DOUBLE MAGNUM Bottle 3L
((In storage - allow 10 days for delivery))
This 2015 Vintage Port Wine is only the second Cockburn’s vintage Port made by the Symington family since it acquired the brand name from Beam in 2010, having bought the vineyards and cellars in 2006. Its declaration of a 2015 vintage Port is the latest in a number of innovations and investment to mark the company’s bicentenary, with the brand having been founded in 1815. Up until the 1950's Cockburn’s was one of the Douro’s leading Port producers, with its Ports commanding some of the highest prices at international wine auctions. However its rapid expansion into the mass market in the second half of the century served to damage its reputation for fine wines. …
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Price: $439.56 USD
Stock: 3 in Stock
Cockburn Port, 2015
Vintage Port, Douro
SIX LITRE Bottle, Imperial
Please Allow 7 Days For Delivery
This 2015 Vintage Port Wine is only the second Cockburn’s vintage Port made by the Symington family since it acquired the brand name from Beam in 2010, having bought the vineyards and cellars in 2006. Its declaration of a 2015 vintage Port is the latest in a number of innovations and investment to mark the company’s bicentenary, with the brand having been founded in 1815. Up until the 1950's Cockburn’s was one of the Douro’s leading Port producers, with its Ports commanding some of the highest prices at international wine auctions. However its rapid expansion into the mass market in the second half of the century served to damage its reputation for fine wines. …
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Price: $1,140.31 USD
Stock: 2 in Stock