Portugal

From the Douro we offer new vintage releases 'en primeur', as well as mature and historic vintages acquired from the cellars of private and institutional collectors.

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No minimum order. All prices exclude carriage and UK VAT. Wines listed 'IB' (in bond) exclude UK duty. All wines offered subject to confirmation of stock availability, condition and price, E&OE. Full terms & conditions.

FORTIFIED	2016	1 case	Quinto do Vale - Meao	75cl	£240 per case of 6	Quinto do Vale Meao 2016 / 1 case / 75cl £240 per case of 6	IB
FORTIFIED	2016	1 case	Warre	75cl	£395 per case of 12	Warre 2016 / 1 case / 75cl £395 per case of 12	DP
FORTIFIED	2017	2 cases	Dow	75cl	£280 per case of 6	Dow 2017 / 2 cases / 75cl £280 per case of 6	IB
		Tasting Notes Complex aromas of beeswax and herbs, masses of fruit concentration but it is locked away at present by the exceptionally fine tannins. An impression of dryness on the finish and elegance, beautifully balanced. RKL "The Dow's 2017 reflects the pedigree that has given Dow's its legendary status in the fine wine world. Depth, intensity and power are the key hallmarks of this wine with a formidable structure that will ensure its ability to age for many decades. 2017 was a very different year to 2016 in terms of the viticultural conditions and it was interesting to watch the progression of the wine and scrutinize its quality as it developed over its first two winters. Whereas 2016 had a Quinta da Senhora da Ribeira very mild winter and exceptionally hot summer, this was compensated by abundant winter and spring rainfall. Conversely, 2017 was warm and dry throughout, although summer temperatures were closer to average, which proved to be a very significant factor allowing for complete, balanced ripening. In 2017, the mature plantings of Touriga Nacional from the eastfacing Vinha Grande parcels at Senhora da Ribeira made an important contribution. These older vines' well developed root systems and the cooler aspect of the vineyards proved their worth in the particularly hot and dry conditions. Dow's grapes are fermented in the small, specialist wineries of Bomfim and Senhora da Ribeira. Our winemaking teams select various single variety plantings to vinify separately as well as some specific cofermentations, which in 2017 included combined fermentations of Sousão and Touriga Franca. They are trodden in our modern lagares and achieve ideal extractions, producing wines of great complexity." Shipper's note.
FORTIFIED	2017	2 bottles	Quinta do Noval Nacional	75cl	£860 per bottle	Quinta do Noval Nacional 2017 / 2 bottles / 75cl £860 per bottle	IB