2005 Wine and Port Vintage

Vintage Port in Gift Box

From a fine harvest, the 2005 Burmester Vintage Port is considered to have the potential for long aging and development.

Tasting Notes
Deep ruby with garnet highlights characteristic of vintage ports that have developed with age. Rich and intense bouquet, with aromas of blackberries, dark cherries, plums, and ripe dark fruits. You might also notice floral hints, like violets, and notes of spices such as cloves or cinnamon. Full-bodied on the palate with structured tannins and flavours of ripe dark fruits combined with dark chocolate, licorice, and a subtle spicy background. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 5 in Stock

Colheita Port in Gift Tube
94 Points - International Wine Challenge

The 2005 Burmester Colheita Port is a rich, complex tawny port with a deep amber appearance and golden rim. Its nose is rich and aromatic, with dried fruits, caramel, toffee, and roasted nuts. The palate is smooth and velvety, with a well-balanced sweetness. The finish is long and satisfying, with lingering flavours of dried fruit, caramel, and oak.

Serving & Food Pairing:
Colheita Ports are ready-to drink and do not require decanting. Best enjoyed slightly chilled at 12-13ºC they will work wonders if pairing with treacle tart, crème brulee or nut based desserts, like hazelnut praline. …
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Price: £44.95
Stock: 9 in Stock

Colheita Port
RRP £39.95
Special Offer £32.95
75cl Bottle

The 2005 Palmer Port Colheita is a refined single-harvest Tawny Port, aged in seasoned oak casks to showcase the warmth and elegance of the 2005 vintage. With nearly two decades of cask ageing, it displays exceptional balance and maturity, making it a superb choice for both collectors and those seeking an immediately rewarding Port experience. Enjoy now or cellar until 2030+.


Tasting Notes:
Amber with hints of copper and gold. The bouquet is rich and layered, with notes of dried apricot, candied orange peel, roasted almonds and subtle vanilla. On the palate, flavours of fig, caramel, toffee and warm spice unfold against a backdrop of fresh acidity, giving depth and vibrancy. …
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Price: £32.95
Stock: 38 in Stock

Vintage Port
37.5cl Bottle 90 Points- Wine Advocate

**Half Bottle**
The Quevedo Vintage Port 2005 is a dark cherry colour. The flavour is of ripe fruit - evocative of black plum and redcurrant. Earthy and well balanced with a touch of dry wood. Some minutes later raspberry and violet flower flavour emerge with a lovely hint of soy. On the palate: balanced and voluminous with very good tannins. Sweet oak combined with dried fruit such as fig, plum or date. Persistent and unique finish.

Quevedo is a family brand producing quality Port from vineyards they have owned for more than one hundred years. The new generation of owners, Oscar and Claudia, are innovating to produce some amazing ports. …
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Price: £74.95
Stock: 6 in Stock

Reserve Joseph Millesime Vintage Armagnac
50cl bottle
Includes original cardboard gift box

The Armagnac Réserve Joseph 2005, is a well-crafted spirit that has developed rich, deep flavours and complex aromas, which come from both the grape varieties used and the distillation and aging processes.

Tasting Notes
This Armagnac Réserve Joseph vintage 2005 with a golden robe will be fruity in the mouth. Its aromas of red fruits will reveal themselves magnificently in a balloon glass heated in the palm of your hand. This is a mellow eau de vie to be enjoyed as a digestive.

Serving & Food Pairing
Armagnac is traditionally enjoyed neat, allowing you to fully appreciate its complexity. …
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Price: £46.95
Stock: 16 in Stock

Barolo, Piedmont
LAST LIBRARY STOCK - BESTSELLER

The 2005 Cantine Prandi Barolo have come from the Prandi cellars where they have laid undisturbed since bottling.

Cantine Prandi was established in the 1920s when grandfather Farinetti Majorino envisioned selling part of the wine produced for family use to the commercial market. In the 1960's his nephew Giovanni came to lend a hand and was instrumental in shaping the winery and its future development. Up to 2009, Giovanni's son Alessandro looked after the beautiful vineyards situated in the long hills surrounding Piemonte. Alas, in recent years due to Alessandro's passing the winery ceased production. …
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Price: £79.00
Stock: 5 in Stock

Vintage Port in Gift Box

“A truly harmonious VP and the best young Kopke VP I’ve ever tasted.,” Roy Hersh. “Dark opaque purple consisting of 50% Touriga Nacional and 50% old vine field blends (average of 40 years) from the Douro Superior. Fine acidity, very long finish, good balance with rounded tannins that arrive in time for the aftertaste.” Drink 2008-30 93-95 Points – Roy Hersh, For the Love of Port

Kopke Port is the oldest port house. Established in 1638 by Nicolau Kopke and his son Cristiano, who came to Portugal as representatives of the Hanseatic League, the House has been run through the generations by several representatives of the Kopke family, obtaining an excellent reputation for its wines. …
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Price: £69.95
Stock: 14 in Stock

Colheita Port
90 Points -Wine Enthusiast

The 2005 Messias Colheita port is well-regarded for its balanced sweetness and complex profile, making it a great choice for those who enjoy tawny and colheita style ports.

Tasting notes:
Tawny colour with red hues. Aromas of dried forest fruits, with a strong note of prunes and spice. On the palate, the berry flavours persist with integrated tannins and hints of vanilla. Smooth and balanced by refreshing acidity. Despite its age, it retains much of its original ripe fruitiness, which is enhanced by sultana and wood spice flavours from the cask ageing. The aftertaste is persistent, smooth, and fine. …
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Price: £32.95
Stock: 40 in Stock

Vintage Port

The 2005 Quinta das Carvalhas Vintage Port is a classic example of a robust and age-worthy port wine from one of the oldest and most prestigious vineyards in the Douro Valley.

Tasting Notes
The wine exhibits a deep, almost opaque ruby colour, typical of younger vintage ports. On the nose, it presents an intense bouquet of dark fruits, such as blackberries and plums, with additional layers of spice, chocolate, and subtle floral notes. The palate is rich, full-bodied, with concentrated flavours of ripe black fruits, dark chocolate, licorice, and earthiness. It has firm tannins and well-balanced acidity, making it suitable for long-term aging. …
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Price: £59.95
Stock: 18 in Stock

Vintage Port, Douro
Includes Barros gift box

The Barros 2005 vintage port has a very solid, vivid crimson colour and a nose that is rather spirity at first, with a fresh, almost herbal edge to bright raspberry and vinous fruit, in a style that immediately suggests this is a lighter, more fresh style of Port. On the palate there is plenty of sweetness, with cassis and ripe, sweet liquidised cherry, but also a touch of raisin and date-like fruit. A certain silky, vanilla and thick plum underpinning emerges into the finish, but so does some quite grippy tannin and again a slightly spiritous edge in a wine that perhaps will become a little more harmonious with time in bottle. …
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Price: £59.95
Stock: 51 in Stock

St Julien 4me cru classe

*** 90 Points (Outstanding) Robert parker ***

Reviews
"The quintessentially elegant yet powerful 2005 may be the finest Beychevelle made since 1982. Its opaque ruby/purple color and sweet nose of camphor, blueberries, black currants, flowers, and crushed rocks precede a lovely, sweet, rich wine with zesty acidity delineating its medium to full-bodied personality, laser-like precision, and impressive purity and length. While this estate often does not live up to its pedigree, the 2005 is the real deal. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2025+." Parker Wine Advocate 2007
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Price: £169.00
Stock: 11 in Stock

1er cru classe, Barsac
Sweet white wine

The 2005 Château Climens is a magnificent Barsac from one of the most successful Sauternes/Barsac vintages of the decade. The wine opens with an opulent yet refined bouquet of apricot, candied citrus, white peach and tropical fruit, interwoven with notes of acacia honey, vanilla bean and subtle saffron. The aromatics are rich, pure and deeply expressive—classic Climens at its most seductive.

On the palate, the 2005 is luxurious and beautifully balanced. Layers of ripe stone fruit, orange marmalade and crystallised pineapple are framed by vibrant acidity that keeps the wine energetic and precise. …
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Price: £79.95
Stock: 1 in Stock

1er Cru Sauternes
Sweet White Wine

The 2005 Guiraud is very tight on the nose, taking time to unfurl, with notes of apricot, peach, a touch of honeysuckle and quince. Good definition. The palate is impressive. tightly coiled, honeyed fruit, very fine acidity, linear at first then fanning out across the finish with notes of dried apricot, nectarine, a touch of almond and a faint hint of spice. With good length and unctuous on the finish, this Guiraud is impossible to ignore. Drink from now to 2030+

Château Guiraud is a renowned wine estate located in the Sauternes appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a history dating back to the 18th century, the estate has established itself as a leading producer of prestigious sweet wines. …
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Price: £89.95
Stock: 4 in Stock

Pauillac 5th Growth Classification
*** 92 points Robert Parker ***

Château Haut-Batailley is a distinguished wine estate situated in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a history spanning centuries, the estate has earned renown for its production of high-quality red wines. Covering approximately 22 hectares, the vineyard benefits from gravelly soils and a favorable microclimate, ideal for nurturing Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot grapes. Château Haut-Batailley's wines are celebrated for their depth, structure, and aging potential, showcasing ripe fruit flavors, refined tannins, and a distinct Pauillac character. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Margaux 3me Cru Classe, Bordeaux
** 90+ Points Robert Parker **

Château Kirwan is a wine that is produced from the best parcels of the vineyard that have mainly gravel soils, but some are also clay. The fruit is picked and sorted twice by hand, then vinified in separate batches corresponding to individual vineyard parcels. Half the oak barrels used to age the wine for eighteen months are renewed every year.

Overall production : 7500 caisses
Blending : 52 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc, 7% Petit Verdot

Tasting :
From birth to bottling, this vintage was always impressive. Its nose is exuberant, mixing notes of complex fruit, from spicy to exotic aromas such as mango. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

St Julien 2nd Growth Classification

Château Léoville Barton 2005 is a true collector’s treasure from one of Bordeaux’s most celebrated estates. Hailing from the legendary 2005 vintage—considered one of the finest in living memory—this wine captures the very essence of Saint-Julien elegance and power. The Barton family’s winemaking heritage, stretching back nearly two centuries, is showcased in every glass, offering a wine of impeccable pedigree, depth, and age-worthiness.

From the first pour, the 2005 impresses with its deep, dark garnet hue and intoxicating aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, and plum, enriched by layers of cedar, cigar box, and graphite. …
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Price: £159.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Barsac, Sweet Wine
50cl Bottles

The 2005 Château Liot is a classic sweet wine from the Barsac-Sauternes appellation, offering richness, balance, and the signature elegance of its limestone-clay terroir. Situated on the border of Barsac, Liot is known for producing well-structured and affordable Sauternes with good ageing potential. The 2005 vintage in Bordeaux was warm, dry, and highly successful for botrytised wines, leading to a harvest of healthy, concentrated fruit.

In the glass, the wine presents a deep golden hue, with a vibrant nose of apricot jam, honey, orange marmalade, and candied pineapple. Subtle aromas of toasted almond, …
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Price: £49.00
Stock: 11 in Stock

Chateau de Beaucastel

Medium to deep garnet colour. Pretty perfume of freshly crushed raspberries / blackberries with nuances of wet leaves, cinnamon and white pepper. The medium to full bodied palate provides a good concentration of juicy berry fruit countered by medium to high acidity and a medium level of velvety tannins. Wonderfully balanced. Long finish.


Its dense plum/ruby/purple colour is followed by a big, sweet perfume of black truffles, camphor, earth, incense, new saddle leather, and loads of peppery, blackberry, and herb-infused, meaty, black cherry fruit. Deep, full-bodied, and dense, with sweet tannin. …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

Barolo "Conteisa"
95 Points- Wine Enthusiast

The 2005 Barolo Conteisa by Gaja conveys the winery's dedication to producing exceptional Barolo wines that honor tradition while embracing innovation. Renowned for blending modern techniques with traditional practices, Gaja has crafted this wine to reflect the unique terroir of the region. The wine is ready to drink now but will continue to evolve for the next decade or two.

Tasting Notes:
The 2005 vintage is rich with dark fruit, such as cherry and plum, along with hints of roses, herbs, and earthy spices. The wine tends to have the classic Barolo tannins, which are firm yet well-integrated, alongside a long, elegant finish. …
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Price: £275.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Gaja - Sperss

The 2005 Gaja Sperss is an exceptional Barolo from the prestigious Gaja winery in Piedmont, Italy. Made predominantly from the Nebbiolo grape, this wine reflects the unique terroir of Serralunga d'Alba, a region known for producing structured and long-lived wines. Angelo Gaja’s meticulous winemaking approach, combining traditional methods with modern techniques, has resulted in a wine that is both powerful and refined.

On the nose, the 2005 Sperss reveals layers of ripe black fruit, licorice, smoke, and exotic spices, accented by notes of truffle and new leather. The palate is rich and deeply structured, with firm tannins providing a solid backbone. …
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Price: £329.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

Vintage Port

The 2005 Hooper's Vintage Port is a fortified wine from Portugal's Douro Valley, produced by Hooper's, a brand with a history dating back to the 19th century.

Flavor Profile: While specific tasting notes for the 2005 vintage are limited, Hooper's Vintage Ports are generally known for their rich, sweet profiles, often exhibiting flavors of dried fruits like raisins, prunes, and figs, along with notes of marzipan, roasted hazelnuts, vanilla, and cedar.

Serving Suggestions: For optimal enjoyment, it's recommended to store the wine horizontally at a constant temperature of around 15ºC and serve it between 15ºC and 18ºC. …
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Price: £49.95
Stock: 98 in Stock

Penfolds Grange Bin 95

2005 Penfolds Grange is a commanding expression of Australia’s most iconic wine, representing the power, depth, and longevity that have defined Grange for over half a century. Crafted predominantly from Shiraz (96%) with a small portion of Cabernet Sauvignon (4%), the 2005 vintage reflects a warm growing season across South Australia’s top vineyards, delivering a wine of remarkable concentration, structure, and age-worthy finesse.

In the glass, the wine presents an impenetrable inky hue, with aromas that unfurl into layers of blackberry compote, dark chocolate, espresso, roasted meats, and exotic spices. …
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Price: £425.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Perrier-Jouët Belle Époque
Edition Automne Rose in presentation case

Perrier-Jouët Belle Époque Edition Automne 2005

Vintage & Edition Background
The 2005 vintage in Champagne was generous and expressive, producing wines of ripeness and balance. For Perrier-Jouët, it inspired the creation of the “Edition Automne,” a special seasonal release designed to capture the richness, colour, and atmosphere of autumn. The Belle Époque Autumn edition is distinguished not only by its artistic presentation but also by its deeper hue and more opulent profile compared to the house’s classic Belle Époque.

Appearance & Nose
In the glass, the wine shows a striking deep pink with copper reflections and a fine, delicate mousse. …
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Price: £365.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Spada

"Recioto," as in "Recioto della Valpolicella," refers to a dessert wine made from grapes that were dried on mats after picking. This process turns the grapes closer to raisins, concentrating the flavors. The wines are lovely and taste how you'd expect raisins-turned-wine to taste, rich and sweet.
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Price: £49.00
Stock: 6 in Stock

Cassine di Pietra

Refosco is a very old Italian family of dark-skinned grape varieties native to the northern Italian and neighbouring areas of Friuli, Gavi, Trentino,Istria, and Karst Plateau.It is considered autochthonous in these regions. The wines this grape yields can be quite powerful and tannic, with a deep violet color and a slight bitterness. On the palate, there are strong currant, wild berry and plum flavors. The wine can stand some aging.
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Price: £29.00
Stock: 3 in Stock