2006 Wine and Port Vintage
Vintage Summary and Recommendations:

Welcome to Vintage Wine and Port's 2006 wine page. Read on for our summary of the 2006 vintage, our top recommendations and region reports. Scroll down to see all of our wines currently available. If you cannot find what you are looking for please call us on 01425 837177 or Contact Us. We would love to help you with your wine choice!
Overall, the 2006 vintage was a little bit of a mixed bag. However, for drinking now, look no further than Italy, the Rhône Valley and the sweet wines of Sauternes and Tokaj. Any of these wines would make a fabulous 20 year old wine gift for an Anniversary or birthday.
Our Wine Expert currently recommends the following wines for this year:
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Bordeaux: This vintage produced somewhat hard and tannic wines; whilst they do not have the flesh or ripeness of 2005 or 2003, they will have longevity. In time the 2006 vintage may turn out to be a more classic vintage like 1996 - but with less ripeness.
Italian: In Piedmont, a coolish summer became an Indian summer punctuated by two bouts of rain, but the grapes were healthy enough to withstand them. The wines produced are promising. Tuscany produced a very promising vintage with a steady, prolonged growing season and well balanced wines.
Portugal: The 2006 Port Vintage was a year that produced good Single Quinta Vintage Ports. Heavy winter rains replenished the drought-exhausted water table following the very good but dry 2005 vintage. Good weather followed, and flowering took place during the hottest May in 40 years. Temperatures steadily increased until a severe hailstorm hit vineyards in the Pinhão valley in the middle of June. Several vineyards lost up to 30% of the crop. A hot July followed, superseded by a cooler August and some much needed rain. More hot weather late August and early September caused some raisining and crop reduction in exposed vineyards. Picking began mid-September just ahead of a rainy spell.
Yields for 2006 were down at least 15% below average.
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Burmester, 2006
Colheita Port in Gift Tube
90 Points - Wine Enthusiast
The 2006 Burmester Colheita Port Burmester is a brown colour. It has a rich and delicate aroma, marked with the presence of dry fruits, spices and vanilla. The flavour is silky and characterised by the presence of raisins and molasses. It has a great structure and a long and lasting taste in the mouth. It‘s a perfect wine to serve with some caramelised candies, dry fruits or cheese.
Colheita Port Storage and Serving Advice:
Colheita Port should be stored in a cool and dry place, sheltered from light and temperature fluctuations, and the bottle should remain in an upright position. If stored correctly, Colheita Ports will keep for decades in the bottle. …
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Price: £39.95
Stock: 47 in Stock
Palmer Port
20 Year Old Tawny Port
75cl Bottle
Exclusive to Vintage Wine & Port
The outstanding Palmer 20 year old Tawny Port
This wine is aged for 20 years in wooden casks, which gives it a complex and refined profile.
Tasting Notes
The Palmer 20 Year tawny has a pronounced aroma intensity that is very rich with nuts and baked cherry. There is further complexity of nutmeg and cream. On the palate the wine is very balanced between acidity and sweetness that gives a luxurious mouthfeel. Lovely richness of fruitcake, fig, baked plum, caramel and toffee. There are also notes of plum, cherry, cooked strawberry. This port has a lovely, rich long finish.
Serving & Food Pairing:
Tawny Ports are ready-to drink and do not require decanting. …
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Price: £34.95
Stock: 48 in Stock
Palmer Port, 2006
Colheita Port
75cl Bottle
Exclusive to Vintage Wine and Port
The 2007 Palmer Port Colheita is a beautifully aged single-harvest Tawny Port, crafted from the fine 2007 vintage and matured in seasoned oak casks. Expressive and elegant, it combines richness with freshness, making it an excellent choice for both collectors and Port enthusiasts. Ready to enjoy now but with the depth to continue ageing gracefully. Drink now or cellar until 2032+.
Tasting Notes:
Amber-tawny with glints of copper. The nose opens with aromas of dried apricot, figs, toasted almonds and subtle notes of vanilla and spice. On the palate, flavours of caramel, raisin, walnut and orange peel are lifted by bright acidity, creating a harmonious balance. …
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Price: £39.95
Stock: 37 in Stock
Quinta da Devesa
20 Year Old Tawny Port in Gift Box
93 Points - Wine Advocate
The Quinta da Devesa 20-Year-Old Tawny Port is a distinguished fortified wine from Portugal's Douro Valley, reflecting the estate's dedication to traditional winemaking and sustainable viticulture. Crafted from a blend of indigenous grape varieties, including Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, and Tinto Cão, this tawny port is aged in oak casks for an average of 20 years, resulting in a complex and refined profile.
In the glass, it exhibits a clear, amber hue with copper reflections. The nose is rich and layered, offering aromas of cherries, liquorice, dried fruits, and spices. …
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Price: £32.95
Stock: 15 in Stock
Quinta da Devesa
20 Year Old White Port in Gift Box
Silver- 93 Points- Decanter
WAS £39.95 New Year Sale Offer £29.50
The Quinta da Devesa 20-Year-Old White Port is a distinguished fortified wine from Portugal's Douro Valley, showcasing the estate's commitment to quality and tradition. Crafted from a blend of indigenous white grape varieties, including Côdega de Larinho, Rabigato, and Malvasia Fina, this port is aged for an average of 20 years in French oak casks, resulting in a complex and refined profile.
In the glass, it exhibits a clean, golden hue with copper reflections. The nose is rich and layered, offering aromas of almonds, honey, and dried fruits. On the palate, it is soft and velvety, with flavors of caramelized citrus, candied orange peel, and a touch of spice, culminating in a long, elegant finish. …
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Price: £29.50
Stock: 19 in Stock
Kopke, 2006
Colheita Port
The Kopke 2006 Colheita Port is a beautifully crafted single-harvest Tawny that reflects Kopke’s unrivalled expertise as the oldest Port house. In the glass, it shows a deep amber-tawny colour with golden highlights, hinting at the slow oxidative ageing that has shaped its character.
The nose is expressive and inviting, layered with aromas of dried apricot, orange peel, caramelised nuts, and warm spice. Hints of fig, honey, vanilla, and toasted oak emerge with time, showcasing the complexity that comes from nearly two decades in seasoned casks.
On the palate, the 2006 Colheita is refined, silky, and perfectly balanced. …
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Price: £36.50
Stock: 16 in Stock
Messias
20 Year Old White Port in Gift Tube
50cl Bottle
This white port dazzles with its light amber hue, catching the eye with a hint of golden allure. On the nose, it’s like uncovering a treasure chest of aromas—lively apricot mingles with the rich, nutty charm of hazelnut, creating a fragrant bouquet that's both inviting and intriguing. You'll be greeted by a burst of freshness on the palate, complemented by a delightful sweetness. The finish is a smooth and lingering, leaving you with a sense of indulgence that’s both elegant and satisfying..
Serving & Food Pairing:
White Ports are ready to drink and do not require decanting. Best enjoyed chilled at 12-13ºC on its own as an aperitif, or paired with rich starters such as mushroom risotto. …
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Price: £42.95
Stock: 29 in Stock
Quinta Das Carvalhas
20 Year Old Tawny Port in Gift Tube
94 Points - James Suckling
This outstanding 20-Year- Old Tawny Port by Quinta Das Carvalhas is aged for an average of twenty years in oak barrels, which gives it a complex flavour profile. It makes for a meaningful gift for special occasions, such as anniversaries, milestone birthdays, or corporate celebrations.
Tasting Notes
A complex and nuanced flavour profile, where layers of dried fruits, nuts, and spices are beautifully balanced by notes of caramel and subtle oak. The 20-year aging also gives the wine its deep amber hue, characteristic of a finely matured tawny port. On the palate, Quinta das Carvalhas 20 Year Old Tawny is velvety and rich, with a smooth, lingering finish that speaks to its quality and the expertise behind its production. …
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Price: £38.95
Stock: 62 in Stock
Antinori Solaia, 2006
Solaia - Antinori, Toscana
93 Points- Wine Advocate
The 2006 is seen as a classic Solaia, with potential for further aging. A blend primarily of Cabernet Sauvignon, with smaller portions of Sangiovese and Cabernet Franc. Solaia is one of Italy’s most prestigious wines, produced by the Antinori family, who have a long history of making world-class wines.
Tasting Notes:
The 2006 Solaia offers a deep, rich nose of black currant, dark cherry, and hints of tobacco, leather, and subtle spice. On the palate, it is full-bodied with velvety tannins and balanced acidity, revealing layers of ripe dark fruit, cedar, and a touch of vanilla from oak aging. …
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Price: £349.00
Stock: 2 in Stock
Barros Port, 2006
Colheita Port
The 2006 Barros Colheita Port is a beautifully matured single-vintage tawny from one of the Douro Valley’s most respected producers. Aged in seasoned oak casks for over a decade before bottling, this wine captures the essence of slow, oxidative aging — delivering richness, nuance, and smooth complexity.
In appearance, it shows a warm amber-brown hue with golden reflections, typical of aged colheitas. The nose is inviting and expressive, layered with aromas of dried apricot, toasted almonds, caramel, and soft spices, along with hints of orange peel and old wood. It’s a bouquet that reflects both finesse and depth. …
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Price: £36.95
Stock: 56 in Stock
Chateau de Fargues, 2006
Sauternes
The 2006 Château de Fargues is a sweet wine from the Sauternes appellation in Bordeaux, France. Château de Fargues, owned by the Lur-Saluces family (former proprietors of Château d’Yquem), is renowned for crafting opulent and long-lived wines. The 2006 vintage, while overshadowed by the exceptional 2005, produced beautifully balanced and refined Sauternes wines with freshness and complexity.
Wine Overview
The 2006 Château de Fargues is made from the estate’s traditional blend:
Sémillon: Contributing richness, honeyed flavors, and structure.
Sauvignon Blanc: Adding freshness, aromatic lift, and vibrant acidity. …
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Price: £89.95
Stock: 3 in Stock
Chateau Doisy Daene, 2006
Deuxieme Cru Classe- Barsac
Sweet White Wine
The 2006 Château Doisy-Daëne is a beautifully poised and refined Barsac, offering classical sweetness balanced by the estate’s trademark freshness and precision. The nose opens with vibrant aromas of lemon curd, apricot and white peach, intertwined with notes of honeycomb, acacia blossom and subtle vanilla. It is elegant, expressive and immediately inviting.
On the palate, the 2006 delivers a harmonious blend of richness and lift. Flavours of candied citrus, ripe stone fruit and pear are supported by bright, lively acidity that keeps the wine pure and energetic. Gentle hints of saffron, ginger and light caramel add complexity, while Barsac’s characteristic minerality provides structure and finesse. …
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Price: £46.95
Stock: 2 in Stock
Chateau Haut Marbuzet, 2006
St Estephe Cru Bourgeois
The Château Haut-Marbuzet 2006 is a wine from the Saint-Estèphe appellation in the Bordeaux region of France. Known for its high-quality and approachable wines, Château Haut-Marbuzet consistently delivers a distinctive style that combines elegance with richness. The 2006 vintage is no exception, showcasing the estate's commitment to excellence.
This wine is typically a blend of classic Bordeaux grape varieties, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and smaller amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Cabernet Sauvignon provides the structure and tannins, while Merlot adds softness and fruitiness. …
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Price: £69.95
Stock: 4 in Stock
Chateau Lafite Rothschild, 2006
Pauillac 1er Grand Cru Classé, Bordeaux
The great first growth Château Lafite Rothschild produced an exceptional red Bordeaux in 2006, this year including the elegance of Cabernet Franc in the blend in lieu of the more intense character of Petit Verdot.
Château Lafite Rothschild, situated in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France, stands as one of the most illustrious wine estates globally, revered for its storied history and exceptional red wines. With a lineage tracing back to the 17th century, the estate's vineyards cover approximately 112 hectares, predominantly planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot grapes. …
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Price: £725.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Chateau Langoa Barton, 2006
St Julien, Bordeaux, 3rd Growth Classification
Château Langoa Barton 2006 is a classic, structured Saint-Julien from one of the Médoc’s most consistently reliable family-run estates. The 2006 vintage favoured properties with deep gravel soils and careful selection, and Langoa Barton produced a wine of notable precision and balance. Now approaching two decades of age, it has moved gracefully into its early maturity while retaining the backbone typical of the Barton style.
The bouquet is fragrant and refined, opening with cassis, blackberry and black cherry alongside cedar, pencil shavings and dried tobacco. Subtle notes of spice, graphite and damp earth give the wine an authentic Left Bank character. …
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 6 in Stock
Chateau Latour, 2006
Pauillac 1er Grand Cru Classe
***96 Points - Robert Parker***
Ch. Latour 2006 is the wine of the vintage. The pure, dark chocolate and cassis nose is followed by a palate of enormous intensity with lashings of cool blackberries and cream, minerals, cedar and coffee. The length of the finish is astonishing too - as if the wine is still in your mouth
The 2006 Château Latour has quite a vibrant bouquet with lively raspberry, wild strawberry, cedar and pencil lead scents that all gently unfold in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with supple, slightly chewy red berry fruit, a dash of spice, maybe a little tight towards the finish, unlike the Lafite-Rothschild and Mouton-Rothschild. …
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Price: £595.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Chateau Leoville Barton, 2006
St Julien 2eme Cru Classe
Château Léoville Barton, a renowned estate in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, classified as a Second Growth in the 1855 Classification. The 2006 vintage is a well-regarded year for Bordeaux, with the wines showing structure and elegance, particularly on the Left Bank, where Cabernet Sauvignon dominates. The 2006 vintage faced some challenges due to variable weather, with a hot summer followed by some rain during the harvest. Despite this, Château Léoville Barton produced a wine that is recognized for its classic style, with firm tannins, excellent concentration, and potential for aging. …
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Price: £129.00
Stock: 2 in Stock
Chateau Pontet Canet, 2006
Pauillac, 5th Growth Classification
The 2006 Château Pontet-Canet is a wine from the Pauillac appellation in Bordeaux, France. Château Pontet-Canet is classified as a Fifth Growth in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, but it consistently performs at a level that rivals many of the higher-ranked estates.This vintage has received excellent reviews from critics, often scoring in the 90–95 point range.
Tasting Notes: The 2006 Chateau pontet canet consists of a blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by Merlot, and smaller amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The 2006 vintage is known for its deep, rich flavors. …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 3 in Stock
Cote-Rotie, 2006
Delas, Côte Rôtie, La Landonne
The 2006 Delas Frères Côte-Rôtie La Landonne comes from another vintage that showcases the elegant and structured side of Northern Rhône wines. Here's an overview of what to expect from this wine and the vintage:
Vintage Overview:
2006 Rhône Vintage: A year characterized by a relatively warm growing season but with enough balance to maintain acidity and freshness. It followed the more challenging 2005 vintage, offering wines with approachable fruit and slightly less tannic intensity, making them more accessible earlier while still aging gracefully.
Côte-Rôtie in 2006: Wines from this year tend to strike a balance between ripeness and structure, …
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Price: £159.00
Stock: 3 in Stock
Dom Perignon, 2006
Rosé
Includes Gift Box
The 2006 Dom Pérignon Rosé is a celebrated vintage from the renowned Champagne house. Known for its finesse and complexity, this rosé combines the elegance of traditional Dom Pérignon with a lively and expressive rosé style. Here are some key details:
Tasting Notes:
Appearance: Delicate pinkish hue with subtle copper tones and fine bubbles.
Nose: Aromas of red berries (like strawberry and raspberry), citrus, and hints of spice and smoke. Floral notes and minerality also emerge, offering depth and refinement.
Palate: Full-bodied with a balanced freshness. It showcases flavors of wild strawberries, blood orange, and stone fruits, underpinned by a slight saline minerality. …
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Price: £375.00
Stock: 3 in Stock
Dow's, 2006
20 Year Old Tawny Port
Dow’s 20 Year Old Tawny Port is a refined expression of aged tawny style, blending the rich, mellow characteristics of long oak aging with the structure and elegance for which Dow’s is known. Crafted from high-quality grapes—primarily Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, and Tinta Barroca—this port is aged in seasoned oak casks for an average of 20 years before blending and bottling in Vila Nova de Gaia.
In the glass, it presents a deep amber-tawny color with golden highlights. The nose is expressive and complex, offering aromas of dried apricots, roasted nuts, orange peel, caramel, and warm spices like cinnamon and clove. …
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Price: £39.95
Stock: 2 in Stock
Ferreira
20 Year Old Tawny `Dona Antónia', Douro
In gift tube
IWC Gold Award 2024
Decanter 2022 Silver Medal
The 2021 IWC 20-Year-Old Tawny Port trophy winner. This is an intense and complex Aged Tawny brimming with evolved flavours of dried figs and apricots, roasted hazelnuts, baking spice and toffee.
Pale tawny in colour. The nose is brimming with evolved flavours of dried figs and apricots, roasted hazelnuts, baking spice and toffee. A wine of great elegance, there is a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity on the palate and the complex flavours develop on the exceptionally long finish.
Feature(s): Sustainable
Alcohol (ABV): 20 %
Acidity: 5.00 g/l
Residual sugar: 125.00 g/l
pH: 3.20
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Price: £42.95
Stock: 7 in Stock
Graham's Port
20 Year Old Tawny Port, Douro
20cl small bottle
***96 Points- Decanter***
A Graham's 20 Year Old Tawny Port is an excellent choice for those who appreciate fine aged ports, offering a rich, complex, and satisfying drinking experience that showcases the expertise and tradition of one of the leading port houses. This smaller size is perfect for those who want to sample the wine without committing to a larger bottle, or for gifting purposes, especially for those who appreciate fine wines but may not consume large quantities.
Tasting Notes
With an amber, golden tawny colour, denoting considerable age, Graham's 20 Years Old has an excellent bouquet, with a characteristic 'nutty' character (almonds) and delicious mature fruit with hints of orange peel, exquisitely mellowed by careful ageing. …
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Price: £14.95
Stock: 5 in Stock
Nuits-Saint-Georges, 2006
1er Cru Clos Saint Marc Domaine Michele & Patrice Rion, Burgundy
The 2006 1er Cru Clos Saint Marc from Domaine Michele & Patrice Rion in Burgundy is a highly regarded wine known for its elegant expression of Pinot Noir. The Clos Saint Marc vineyard is a top Premier Cru site in Nuits-Saint-Georges, known for producing rich, structured wines with fine tannins and good aging potential.
The 2006 1er Cru Clos Saint Marc Domaine Michele & Patrice Rion is a Pinot Noir from Burgundy’s Nuits-Saint-Georges region, known for its complexity and elegance. On the palate, it presents ripe red fruits such as cherries and raspberries, complemented by earthy and mineral notes, with hints of spice and subtle oak. …
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Price: £79.95
Stock: 2 in Stock
Offley Port
20 Year Old Tawny Port, Douro
Includes original Carton Box
***93 points- Wine Enthusiast***
The Offley 20 Year Old Tawny Port is an excellent choice for those who appreciate fine aged tawny ports. Its rich and complex character, balanced sweetness, and smooth finish make it a delightful option for special occasions or as a luxurious treat.
Tasting notes:
With a well-defined tawny hue with orange-like hints, its aroma is intense and complex, with notes of vanilla, cinnamon, pepper, ginger, exotic wood, cedar, plum and hazel. On the palate, its fine structure and balance between sugars and tannins stand out. The finish is delicate and lingering.
Serving & Food Pairing:
Tawny Ports are ready-to drink and do not require decanting. …
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Price: £39.95
Stock: 7 in Stock