Portugal
Messias Quinta do Cachão 1970 Vintage Port 750 mL
Mature garnet in colour, with crème caramel, coffee and black tea rising from a complex, fully developed bouquet. The palate is full-bodied yet balanced, its sweetness held in check by freshness and a gently dry edge. Bright berry fruit lends lift through the middle, while fine savoury detail adds dimension. Elegant and composed, it finishes exceptionally long with lingering caramel, tea and mature fruit.
S. Leonardo 40-Year-Old Tawny Port 750 mL
Mahogany-brown and richly aromatic, with raisin, ripe apricot and walnut at the centre. Caramelized citrus, syrup and a gentle wood-spice note add depth without obscuring the fruit. The palate is sweet and layered, balanced by enough acidity to keep the texture lively and precise. Nutty, dried-fruit flavours linger through the finish. Serve lightly chilled with chocolate desserts, blue cheese or toasted nuts.
Quinta do Vesuvio 1990 Vintage Port
Opaque and powerful, with blackberry, plum, ripe cherry and dark berry layered with dried leaf, cocoa and warm spice. The palate is broad yet balanced, combining concentrated fruit with integrated spirit, firm structure and a fresh line that keeps the sweetness composed. Long and resonant on the finish, it is excellent with blue cheese, dark chocolate or roasted nuts.
Rozès 1985 Vintage Port
Dark ruby with a mature amber rim, opening on mulberry, liquorice, fudge and cocoa. Marzipan and roasted coffee add aromatic depth. Medium-bodied, sweet and finely balanced on the palate, it feels mature and composed rather than heavy. The chocolate and coffee tones gather through a complex, attractive finish that is long, elegant and quietly generous.
Real Companhia Velha 1983 Royal Oporto Vintage Port
Candied fruit opens the nose with an inviting, mature sweetness. Medium-bodied on the palate, it combines prune and dark chocolate with a pronounced spirit warmth that gives the wine energy and definition. Rich without becoming heavy, the fruit and cocoa notes remain clear through a long, warming finish, making this a direct, fully developed vintage Port.
Burmester 1989 Vintage Port
Forest berries and sweet dark fruit rise with cinnamon, chocolate and a faint dried-leaf note. The palate is smooth and pleasantly sweet, its freshness and silky tannins keeping the mature fruit lively and refined. Soft spice carries through a gentle, lingering finish. Decant carefully and serve with blue cheese, dark chocolate or a nut-based dessert.
Graham’s 1990 Malvedos Centenary Vintage Port
Blackberry, black cherry and plum rise from the glass with violet, liquorice and warm spice. The palate is rich and concentrated, balancing generous sweetness with firm, polished tannins and a cool mineral line. Chocolate and dried fruit emerge through a long, fragrant finish that remains composed and remarkably youthful.
Smith Woodhouse 2003 Vintage Port 1.5L
Violet, wild herbs and pepper lift a deep core of blackberry, black plum and dark cherry. Rich and powerful, the palate combines ripe fruit with tightly packed tannins, savoury spice and a measured mineral freshness. Dark chocolate and molasses add depth to the long, structured finish. The magnum should be stood upright and decanted carefully before serving.
Cockburn’s 1985 Vintage Port
Dense black cherry and blackcurrant lead a generous aroma, with anise and warm spice adding definition. The palate is powerful and opulent, yet carried by well-integrated tannins that keep the fruit composed. Savoury depth builds beneath the sweetness without turning heavy. The finish is persistent and warming, leaving currant, liquorice, spice and a firm, polished impression.
Caves São João 1966 Aguardente Vínica Velhíssima
Vanilla and coconut lead a rich, concentrated aroma, followed by light smoke and the polished warmth of mature oak. The palate is intense and complex, with sweet, creamy nuances bringing softness to the spirit's firm structure. Subtle nuts add savoury depth and balance. The finish is long and composed, leaving vanilla, smoke, oak spice and gentle nuttiness.
Blandy’s 2000 Colheita Verdelho Madeira 750 mL
Deep topaz with green-gold highlights, opening on citrus peel, toasted nuts and warm spice. The palate is medium-dry, satiny and layered, with sultana, mocha and candied peel set against bright, tangy acidity. Wood and old-brandy notes add savoury depth without muting the fruit. The finish is exceptionally long and integrated, lingering on dried fruit, hazelnut, spice and lifted citrus freshness.
Columbus Commemoration Crusted Port
Liquorice, raisin and dark fruit lead a still-youthful nose, with boot polish, lemongrass and dark chocolate adding unusual savoury detail. The palate is rich and structured, balancing ripe plum and blackberry with firm grip and a silky texture. Complex and persistent through the finish, it is best decanted carefully before serving with blue cheese or chocolate.
Broadbent 1994 Vintage Port
Pepper and warm spice frame a concentrated core of dark fruit. The palate is broad and generous, carrying black cherry, plum and a touch of liquorice through a smooth, mature texture. Firm but resolved tannins give the sweetness shape rather than weight. The finish is long and warming, leaving dark berries, cocoa, spice and a gently savoury echo.
Messias 1980 Colheita Port
Pale tawny in colour, with evolved aromas of noble wood, vanilla and a fine, lifted volatile note. Pepper, clove and nutmeg bring warm spice to the mature profile. The palate is powerful yet fresh, its balanced sweetness carried through a long, savoury finish. Serve slightly chilled; decanting is not required. Excellent with crème brûlée, treacle tart or nut-based desserts.
Fonseca 2017 Vintage Port 750 mL
Dense black and red berries lead the nose, lifted by leafy balsamic detail, cedar and a distinct mineral edge. The palate is intensely concentrated and layered, with plush fruit carried by a velvety texture. Firm tannins and bright, continuous acidity keep the richness composed, while the finish stays long, powerful and persistent. Decant before serving, then pair with blue cheese, walnuts, dried figs or dark chocolate.
Quinta Do Vale Meao 2009/21 Douro
45% Touriga Nacional, 5% Touriga Franca, 5% Tinta Roriz
The nose is rich and intricate, revealing a plethora of aromatic nuances that are beautifully balanced. On the palate, the wine is vibrant and exudes great elegance, with a remarkable integration of oak and a diverse range of flavors. It concludes with a lingering and satisfyingly long aftertaste.
Smith Woodhouse 1985 Vintage Port
Violet, black cherry and dark chocolate lead a rich, mature bouquet, with Christmas spice and a light leathery note adding detail. The palate is full and intense, bringing raspberry, cassis and caramelized sugar over round, fine-grained tannins. Firm grip keeps the sweetness balanced through a long, spicy finish. Decant carefully and serve with blue cheese or dark chocolate.
Dow’s 2016 Vintage Port
Black cherry and cassis form a deep, concentrated core, lifted by clove, violet and blood orange. Smoke, tobacco, fig and molasses add savoury complexity as the wine opens. Firm, fine tannins and a bright line of acidity keep the full palate focused and fresh, carrying the dark fruit into a long, driven finish. Best decanted and served with blue cheese.
Ramos Pinto NV 30 Year Old Tawny Port
Amber with orange, garnet and subtle green highlights, opening on dried fruit, vanilla, cinnamon and cocoa. Fresh, fine and delicate on entry, the palate layers ripe dried fruit with almond and hazelnut. Graceful vanilla, warm spice and measured sweetness extend through the long, balanced and lingering finish.
Smith Woodhouse 1992 Vintage Port
Dark cherry, blackberry and dried fig mingle with toffee, cocoa, cedar and warm spice. Full-bodied and smooth, the palate is sweet and rounded, with ripe dark fruit held by integrated structure rather than heaviness. Liquorice and earthy notes carry through a gently warming finish. Decant carefully and serve with Stilton, walnuts or dark chocolate.