Portugal
Portugal
Caves São João Bruto
Portuguese Sparkling
Caves São João 2023 Bairrada Red Brut Sparkling
Portuguese Sparkling
Ruby-coloured and lively, with red fruit, balsamic lift, anise and peppery herbal notes. A delicate, fresh attack gives the palate energy, while moderate acidity keeps the texture poised and the savoury spice clearly defined. Persistent without feeling heavy, it suits fatty fish, grilled meats or well-seasoned rice dishes.
Casa Santos Lima 2025 Topo Rosé
Portuguese Rosé
Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 1992 Vintage Port
Portuguese Fortified
Concentrated and firmly structured, with a mature profile that carries weight without losing composure. The palate shows breadth and gravity, while a clear sense of tension keeps the texture from feeling heavy. Richness is held in balance by freshness and measured sweetness. The finish is long, precise and persistent, emphasizing structure, balance and quiet authority over overt power.
Vasques de Carvalho 2015 Oxum Tinto
Portuguese Red
Black cherry, blackcurrant and raspberry lead, with dark chocolate, roasted tones and a charcoal edge. The palate is full-bodied and fresh, its ripe fruit carried by firm, marked tannins rather than the soft, rounded profile previously shown. This is a structured Douro red with savoury depth and a persistent finish; serve with roast lamb, braised beef or game.
Casa Ermelinda Freitas Moscatel de Setúbal
Portuguese Dessert
Caramelized citrus pith and orange blossom lead an intensely aromatic nose, followed by honey, hazelnut and barley sugar. The palate is rich and very sweet, but a clean line of freshness keeps the finish composed rather than heavy. Serve lightly chilled with almond cake, orange desserts or blue cheese; it also works well lengthened with tonic.
Mural de Favaios Moscatel do Douro
Portuguese Dessert
Floral aromas, honey and toasted apple lead a fresh, expressive bouquet, with marmalade and citrus peel adding depth. The palate is sweet yet balanced, combining smooth texture with bright aromatic lift and a poised, elegant finish. Serve well chilled as an aperitif, with fruit-based desserts or alongside a plate of toasted almonds.
Quinta do Vale Meão 2018 Douro
Portuguese Red
Deeply coloured and concentrated, with a layered aroma that unfolds without any single note dominating. The palate is vibrant and expansive, balancing ripe tannins, polished oak and a creamy texture with notable poise. Power builds through the centre yet never obscures the wine's elegance. The finish is very long and composed, carrying integrated wood, dark-toned depth and steady freshness.
Burmester 1963 Vintage Port
Portuguese Fortified
Raisin, fig and date aromas lead, joined by warm spice and a gentle savoury note as it opens. The palate is sweet, concentrated and richly textured, with enough freshness to keep the mature fruit defined. Its slightly wild character adds interest, while the remarkably persistent finish remains rich and composed. Decant carefully and serve with blue cheese or walnut tart.
Quinta do Vesúvio 1990 Vintage Port
Portuguese Fortified
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.
Herdade do Rocim 2022 Fresh From Amphora Nat’Cool Branco
Portuguese White
Co-op of Pico 2023 Arinto dos Acores
Portuguese White
Fresh tropical fruit leads into a subtle oak note, bringing gentle breadth without obscuring the wine's brightness. Refreshing acidity and clear minerality give the palate a precise, energetic shape. Persistent and distinctly salty through the finish, it is a polished match for shellfish, sushi, grilled fish or firm cheese.
Ilha do Pico 2022 Terras de Lava Branco
Portuguese White
Energetic and savoury, with a taut line of acidity and pronounced salinity defining the palate. Arinto dos Acores provides the core, supported by Fernao Pires, Verdejo and Moscatel for a layered, maritime profile. Clean and focused through the finish, it is a natural fit with oysters, shellfish, grilled fish or simply dressed vegetables.
Mateus Nicolau de Almeida 2022 Eremitas Amón de Kélia
Portuguese White
Golden in colour, with an enveloping nose of gentle toast and ripe orchard fruit. The palate is rounded and concentrated yet remains fresh, with a smooth mineral line through the finish. This 2022 Rabigato comes from the south-facing Amón de Kélia parcel in the Douro Superior, where schist and a seam of quartz shape the site. It fermented spontaneously and aged for one year in concrete.
Vale dos Ares 2021 Alvarinho Vinho Verde
Portuguese White
Rich tropical fruit arrives first, with honeyed citrus, peach and apricot adding depth without sacrificing freshness. The palate is smooth and mouth-filling, but a bright mineral line keeps the generous fruit focused. Dry and lightly tart through the finish, it closes cleanly with lingering stone fruit and citrus.
Niepoort 2021 Nat’Cool Branco 1L
Portuguese White
Hazy and gently spritzy, with yellow apple, pear skin and apricot skin leading a bright, lightly rustic profile. The palate is slim and softly fuzzy, lifted by lively acidity and a subtle line of spice. Serve briskly chilled and share freely; it is a natural fit for shellfish, salty snacks, fresh cheeses or simple vegetable dishes.
Bojador 2019 Vinho de Talha Branco
Portuguese White
Herdade do Rocim 2021 Alicante Bouschet
Portuguese Red
A concentrated Alicante Bouschet with black fruit, mineral notes and restrained barrel spice. The palate is full and structured, with firm tannins balanced by fresh acidity and a dark-fruited core. Harmonious rather than heavy through the finish, it is well matched with grilled beef, braised lamb, mushrooms or hearty dishes with smoky, savoury flavours.
Cartuxa 2018 Pêra-Manca Tinto
Portuguese Red
Blackberry, cassis and plum lead a deep, dark-fruited profile, with cinnamon bringing measured warmth and spice. The palate carries the same concentrated fruit with a composed, savoury shape, while the finish remains long and quietly persistent. Decant before serving with roast lamb, braised beef or richly seasoned mushrooms.
Cartuxa 2018 Évora Reserva
Portuguese Red
A full-flavoured Alentejo red with blackberry, wild cherry and red berries, layered with black pepper, eucalyptus, tea and toasted oak. The palate is rich and firmly tannic, though bright acidity keeps the fruit and savoury notes in balance. The finish is long, carrying berry, spice and tea-like detail that suits grilled beef, lamb or slow-cooked dishes.
Fitapreta 2020 Os Paulistas Chão dos Eremitas
Portuguese Red
Mateus Nicolau de Almeida 2022 Trans-Douro-Express Cima Corgo
Portuguese Red
Dark cherry and ripe red fruit lead, with a measured earthy note adding savoury depth. The palate is layered and quietly structured rather than heavy, carrying fresh fruit through a composed finish. This 2022 Cima Corgo red comes from an old-vine field blend on schist and was fermented and aged for eight months in concrete. Serve slightly cool with roast lamb, mushrooms or lentil dishes.
Luís Seabra 2020 Indie Xisto Tinto
Portuguese Red
Savoury red and blue fruit leads, with forest floor, wet stone and green herbs giving the nose a cool, earthy frame. Layered on the palate, it combines ripe berry depth with white and black pepper, fresh acidity and fine tannic grip. The finish is persistent, slate-led and quietly smoky, with the fruit remaining clear and composed.
Niepoort 2015 Redoma Douro
Portuguese Red
Dark cherry, plum and blackberry meet violet, dried herbs and a cool mineral note. The palate is structured and energetic, with fine tannins carrying the fruit rather than overwhelming it. Savoury spice and graphite emerge toward a persistent, balanced finish. Give it air and serve with lamb, braised beef or earthy mushroom dishes.
Messias 2013 Clássico Garrafeira Bairrada DOC
Portuguese Red
Intense ruby, with resin, cedar and a cool balsamic lift set against distinctly saline, iodine-like detail. The palate is firm and substantial, shaped by fresh Atlantic acidity, yet the texture remains composed rather than severe. Savoury oak, dark fruit and mineral tension carry through a long, structured and age-worthy finish.
Caves Sao Joao 1966 Frei Joao Reserva Bairrada Magnum
Portuguese Red
Mature yet lively, opening with cassis, raspberry and dried fig over pine-needle, coffee and toasted-wood notes. The palate is full and structured, with fresh acidity keeping the evolved fruit clear while settled tannins give the texture a composed shape. Earthy and savoury detail builds through the middle. The finish is persistent, carrying dried fruit, coffee, gentle spice and polished woodland complexity.
Julia Kemper 2012 Aragonez Dão DOC
Portuguese Red
Deep ruby with wild blackberry at the centre, edged by gentle spice and a cool, resinous hint of pine. The palate is dry and velvety, with fine-grained tannins keeping the ripe fruit composed. Elegant rather than forceful, it carries fresh acidity and a delicate savoury line into a clean, quietly persistent finish.
Álvaro Castro 2016 Dão Reserva
Portuguese Red
Ripe dark and red fruit meet fine wood spice in an intense but polished aromatic profile. The palate is medium-bodied and composed, with smooth, well-integrated tannins supporting generous fruit without becoming heavy. Elegant and appealing through the middle, it closes with savoury detail, measured oak and a long, balanced finish.