Vintage Wine & Port is a specialty store that deals with wines and ports with a large variety of them. Vintage Wine & Port was founded in 1989 and offers a selection of fine wines for those special occasions, gifts or for wine enthusiasts. They offer wines of different types, and they have a variety of wines that are rare and may be difficult to find in the market, and they source their wines from reputable wine producers across the world. Other services that are provided by Vintage Wine & Port include gift wrapping and wine collection services tailored to the client’s needs. This commitment to quality guarantees that every bottle offers a unique experience to the wine lovers and aficionados. Delivery is possible in the United Kingdom and it is fast and efficient.
Explore the World of Port: Fine Wines and Vintage Port: A Selection of the Very Best
Vintage Wine & Port presents you with an exquisite range of wines and ports from the leading wine makers. Every bottle has its own story of the craft and heritage, which wine enthusiasts will be able to enjoy. Here, learn about some of the finest ports that can be ordered from Vintage Wine & Port, all of which are intended to help you appreciate and savor this ancient beverage.
Quevedo Tasting Experience Port
The Quevedo Tasting Experience Port collection is a journey through the diverse world of port, featuring four distinct styles: The wines include Rosé, Special Reserve Tawny, White, and the 2018 LBV. All the bottles in this tasting set have been chosen to reflect Quevedo’s skill and the peculiarities of each type of port.
This refreshing rosé wine is produced from red grapes and the fermentation process is done at low temperatures to retain the fruitiness of the wine. It has a salmon-pink hue and notes of wild strawberry and watermelon, which makes it ideal for consumption on hot summer days or as a mixer. This port is light and complex with a velvety texture and young red and tropical fruit flavors; it is an ideal entry point to the rosé style.
The Special Reserve Tawny port is made from the finest grapes grown in the Douro Valley region of Portugal, tinta roriz, touriga nacional and touriga franca. This tawny port is aged in oak barrels for approximately eight years and acquires a deep amber hue with a complex, toffee and nutty taste with notes of caramel and dried fruits. The oak aging process gives it a smooth, mellow finish, making it an excellent choice for after-dinner sipping.
The White Port in this collection has a unique and exotic taste with scents of pineapple, ripe apples and honey. This young wine is floral and white, produced only from white grape varieties typical of the Douro region and is perfect for an aperitif or with desserts. On the palate, it has flavors of lychee, orange, and honey, which makes it a great wine for easy drinking.
2018 LBV (Late Bottled Vintage)
The 2018 LBV port is a full-bodied and rich port that has been aged longer in casks than the traditional vintage ports. It has a dark ruby and purple color with rich blackberry, cherry, and plum flavors with a background of spices, chocolate, and eucalyptus. The tannins are still quite tight but are well incorporated and the wine has a long finish with a fruity and a hint of spiciness on the palate. This LBV has been awarded and is ideal for those who enjoy the strong, complex taste of a vintage port.
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Messias Port Collection
The Messias family port house is famous for making all sorts of ports and the five-bottle display provides a taste of some of the finest. This range consists of Rosé, Ruby, Special Reserve Tawny, White, and LBV ports, all made with the knowledge that Messias has inherited over the years.
The Messias Rosé Port is a light bodied wine that is perfect for the summer time. It is salmon pink in colour and has the scents of wild strawberry and watermelon; it is a light-hearted port that is easy to enjoy and has the smooth mouthfeel of Porto. In terms of taste, it has red and tropical fruit notes on the palate and is best suited for cocktails or sipping in the summer.
The White Sweet Port from Messias has a golden color with a citrus scent and a touch of wood, and it is perfect for an after dinner drink or before dinner cocktail. In Portugal it is served with tonic and lemon as a substitute for gin and tonic. It is light and creamy and can be enjoyed at any time of the day or at any event.
The Special Reserve Tawny is matured for a longer period, and this makes it to have a complex taste. It has a rich, deep amber to mahogany hue that speaks of the time taken to mature it and has a rich dried fig, raisin and almond taste with a hint of caramel and spice. The texture is velvety and balanced and the finish is refined which makes it a perfect wine for port enthusiasts.
The Messias Ruby Port is a young wine with a bright and fruity character with hints of red and black fruits. It has a fruity taste with hints of cherries, plums, and dates and has a sweet taste with a hint of tannins. This port is recommended for those who like a strong fruit flavor in the wine, which is great for serving with chocolate or fruit-based desserts.
The LBV Port from Messias of the year 2017 is a wine that is full-bodied with a taste of dark fruits, black cherry and a slight hint of spice. Aged longer than traditional ports, it has a good level of sweetness and a clean, lingering aftertaste. It has a rich ruby hue and rich bouquet and is best suited for celebrations or for those who like to indulge themselves daily.
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Selection Pack of Portuguese Summer Wines
If you are in the mood for a summer wine, then the Portuguese Summer Wines Selection Pack from Vintage Wine & Port is perfect for you. Selected by the cellar master, this pack contains two bottles of Messias Vinho Verde, Devesa Rosé, and Claudia Red to offer a perfect variety for the summer.
The Messias Vinho Verde is light and spritzy, which is the characteristic that Vinho Verde is famous for. This wine has a pale lemon color and fresh fruity flavors of lime, green citrus, pear, and apple making it ideal for a warm summer day. It has a clean and crisp acidity with citrus flavors which makes it perfect for pairing with tapas, seafood or salads; however, it is also perfect for use in a long drink with soda, mint and lemon.
The Devesa Rosé is a light and refined wine with fruity notes of strawberry, raspberry and rose petals. It is a light wine with a fresh palate and a good acidity that makes it suitable for pairing with different foods such as salmon and light salads. The long, clean finish makes it ideal for summer parties or any occasion that is held outdoors since it will not leave a bad taste in the mouth.
The Claudia Red Wine is a wine with a rich and intense taste with the shades of blackberry and plum and a hint of oak. This is a 2020 vintage that is balanced and easy to drink, but has enough tannins to complement heavy meals such as filet mignon or Wellington beef. Due to its richness and intensity it is a wine to be consumed with meals or on its own.
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Improve Your Port and Wine Experience with Vintage Wine & Port
At Vintage Wine & Port, they pride theirselves in stocking the best ports and wines that are unique in character and made with a lot of workmanship. Whether you are interested in the variety of Quevedo’s Tasting Experience, the history of the Messias Port Collection or the light and fruity taste of the Portuguese Summer Wines, there is something for everyone.These well-selected wines not only reveal the history of port-making but also help wine consumers to discover new tastes. For gifting or for self consumption, each bottle brings a unique experience that can enhance any event.
