Selection
Querceto 2016 Cignale Colli della Toscana Centrale IGT
Deep ruby in colour, with blueberry, blackcurrant and dark plum layered over dried flowers and earthy notes of humus, mushroom and bark. A restrained balsamic lift recalls pine. Full-bodied and harmonious, the palate carries dense fruit on firm yet silky tannins, finishing fresh and long with lingering fruit and dried-citrus detail.
Quevedo 1992 Colheita Port 750 mL
Sun-dried fruit, candied orange and poached fruit meet cinnamon, grilled nuts, old wood and a quiet smoky note. The palate opens rich and full, then tightens through the middle as sweetness gives way to drier, more savoury detail. Bitter chocolate and warm spice add depth without obscuring the fruit. The finish is powerful, layered and very long, lingering on cinnamon, nuts and candied fruit.
Quilceda Creek 2014/20 Cabernet Sauvign
2014 was a spectacular vintage, bringing you a big wine packed to the brim with floral aromas and flavors of blackberry, blueberry, black cherry and plum fruit intertwine with nuances of cacao nib, anise, soy, forest floor and minerals. Incredibly pure and complex, this richly textured wine is totally seamless in all of its parts, allowing for its silky texture to shine through on the palate with a finish that last for minutes.
Quilceda Creek 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon
Blackberry, blueberry and black cherry form a generous dark-fruited core, layered with crème de cassis, spring flowers, cocoa, roasted herbs and a mineral note. Full-bodied and concentrated, the palate is seamless, with juicy, finely integrated tannins and impressive purity. The long finish brings graphite, tobacco and subtle baking spice. Serve with prime rib or braised beef.
Quilceda Creek 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon
Crème de cassis, blackberry and black plum unfold with violet, anise, leather, dark chocolate and black truffle. The palate is luxurious yet precise, layering concentrated fruit over silky tannins and fresh, balanced acidity. Graphite, dried herbs and mineral detail keep the long finish composed. Decant for roast beef, venison or richly seasoned lamb.
Quinta da Costa do Pinhão 2015 Peladosa
Fresh and mineral-led, with sapid plum and wild raspberry unfolding alongside rock rose, graphite, worn leather and beeswax. The palate carries ample yet finely placed tannins, giving the old-vine fruit structure without obscuring its energy. Pink peppercorn and schist-like mineral detail linger through a vibrant, savoury and persistent finish.
Quinta do Noval 1963 Vintage Port
At full maturity, the colour has softened to translucent ruby-tawny. Sweet strawberry and orange aromas lead into an elegant, balanced palate, where warm spice, a dry core and fine remaining tannins keep the fruit poised. The finish is long and gently warming. Bottle variation is possible at this age, so stand upright and decant carefully before serving.
Quinta do Noval 1985 Vintage Port
Warm fruitcake, toasted cinnamon, sandalwood and blood orange form a mature, perfumed bouquet. The palate is silky and rounded, with sweet dark fruit, earthy spice and understated complexity held in elegant balance. This is fully developed rather than heavy, and ready to enjoy now. Stand upright, decant gently and serve with Stilton, walnuts or dark chocolate.
Quinta do Noval 1991 Nacional Vintage Port
Sweet raisin and fragrant perfume open over deep, nearly opaque colour, with strawberry, molasses and blackberry building in the glass. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is concentrated and structured, combining powerful tannins with fine balance and a distinctive balsamic note. Youthful energy carries through the firm, lingering finish.
Quinta do Portal 2007 Grande Reserva Douro
Powerful yet fresh, with plum, dried berries and dark blue fruit framed by cedar, graphite and mineral detail. The palate is dense and succulent, its generous fruit supported by firm, medium-grained tannins and bright acidity. Spice builds through a long, structured finish that still feels composed. Serve with braised beef, lamb, game or aged hard cheese.
Quinta Do Sil 2021 Godello Valdeorras
An expressive Godello with ripe pear, mirabelle plum and loquat, layered over aromatic herbs, green tea and a subtle hydrocarbon note. The palate has confident structure and a gently creamy texture, balanced by enough freshness to keep the fruit precise. Persistent and silky on the finish, it combines generous orchard-fruit character with savoury, mineral detail.
Quinta do Vale D. Maria 1997 Vintage Port
Cacao and dark chocolate lead a mature bouquet, joined by mint, dried herbs and a subtle savoury edge. Medium-bodied and balanced, the palate combines sweet fruit with round tannins and measured freshness. The finish is long, complex and gently bittersweet. Stand upright and decant carefully, then serve slightly cool with walnuts, blue cheese or dark chocolate.
Quinta do Vale D. Maria 2000 Vintage Port
Deep purple-red in colour, with concentrated aromas of ripe raspberry and black cherry. The palate is powerful yet composed, bringing dense mature fruit over ripe, finely textured tannins. Freshness keeps the sweetness balanced, while the fruit remains clear through a very long finish. Stand upright, decant carefully and serve with Stilton, walnuts 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.
Quinta Do Vale Meao 2018 Douro
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.
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.
Quinta do Vesuvio Vintage Port 1990
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.
Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 1992 Vintage Port
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.