Tasting Notes 93 points, "The 2004s seem to have developed quite quickly and a...Tasting Notes 93 points, "The 2004s seem to have developed quite quickly and are drinking well now with 14 years in bottle: mid-deep in colour, just starting to show maturity on the rim; a bit sullen initially but opening up in the glass to reveal...more
93 points, "The 2004s seem to have developed quite quickly and are drinking we...93 points, "The 2004s seem to have developed quite quickly and are drinking well now with 14 years in bottle: mid-deep in colour, just starting to show maturity on the rim; a bit sullen initially but opening up in the glass to reveal lovely mint and...more
Fans of Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec will love this single vineyard Vintage P...Fans of Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec will love this single vineyard Vintage Port, as it's bursting with cassis, dark chocolate, brambles, prune and refreshing minty notes. Complete with a pair of glasses, this Gift Set makes a wonderful present or...more
37.5cl / 20% - A half bottle of the 2005 vintage of Croft's excellent single Q...37.5cl / 20% - A half bottle of the 2005 vintage of Croft's excellent single Quinta (estate) port, Quinta da Roeda. Single quinta ports are intended to be earlier drinking than their main vintage counterparts and begin to drink well from 10 years after...more
Founded in 1588, Croft is the Port industry’s oldest producer still active tod...Founded in 1588, Croft is the Port industry’s oldest producer still active today. Their innovative thinking led to the creation of the very first vintage Port in 1781, changing the roadmap for Portugal’s winemaking future forever. The house continues...more
94 points, "The palate is super-smooth on the entry with plush, saturated tann...94 points, "The palate is super-smooth on the entry with plush, saturated tannins, quite spicy and peppery with an assertive, structured finish that is quintessentially Dow's. Superb. 410 cases produced." - Neal Martin, Vinous 93 points, "This estate...more
96 points, "A small estate with just 25 hectares of vines, predominantly south...96 points, "A small estate with just 25 hectares of vines, predominantly south-facing. 53% Touriga Franca, 26% Touriga Nacional and 21% Sousão (a high percentage): deep with the warmth of the Douro Superior evident on the nose: you can breathe in the...more
Spirits QUINTADA PRELADA - You will be seduced by its black violet colour and...Spirits QUINTA DA PRELADA - You will be seduced by its black violet colour and intense aromas of blackberry and lush plum. On the palate it is full-bodied and vigorous, with very rich notes that leave a deep and fresh finish, an excellent balance...more
Quinta do Noval Colheita Port 2005This aged Tawny Port is produced from a sing...Quinta do Noval Colheita Port 2005This aged Tawny Port is produced from a single vintage from the Quinta, matured in cask for at least seven years and bottled on demand. It combines finesse and elegance with creamy, nutty characteristics and like...more
Spirits QUINTADA PRELADA - This full-bodied, complex Port offers us a taste o...Spirits QUINTA DA PRELADA - This full-bodied, complex Port offers us a taste of dark berries with notes of dried cranberries and a hint of liquorice. Aged in oak casks it achieves the ideal balance between fruit and smoothness. Voted as one of the best...more
Three Ports separated by a decade each. This gift pack offers a rare opportuni...Three Ports separated by a decade each. This gift pack offers a rare opportunity to chart the development of Dow's spectacular Quinta Senhora da Ribeira Vintage Port over 20 years by tasting the 1999, the 2009 and the 2019. Contains: Dow's Quinta...more
75cl / 20% - An aromatic port with exotic notes of rock rose and eucalyptus - ...75cl / 20% - An aromatic port with exotic notes of rock rose and eucalyptus - characteristic of the brand's Quinta da Roêda wines on which the blend is based. Full-bodied with rounded tannins and a fresh finish.more
75cl / 20% - The 2018-vintage is made with grapes grown on the Quinta do Bomfi...75cl / 20% - The 2018-vintage is made with grapes grown on the Quinta do Bomfim and Quinta da Senhora da Ribeira vineyards. There are Aromas of blackberry and liquorice on the nose are complemented by notes of cocoa, mint, roses and peppery tannins on...more
Since 1884, Borges has taken on the challenge of producing exceptional wines. ...Since 1884, Borges has taken on the challenge of producing exceptional wines. The nobility of this Vintage dates back to 1904, when the founders of Borges acquired Quinta da Soalheira. Region | Douro Demarcated RegionGrape Varieties | Touriga-nacional,...more