1985 Wine and Port Vintage

Vintage Port In Wooden Presentation Box
Library Release

The 1985 Cálem Vintage Port is an exceptional wine from one of Portugal’s most esteemed port houses. Founded in 1859, Cálem is celebrated for crafting ports that combine elegance, structure, and accessibility. The 1985 vintage, widely regarded as one of the greatest of the 20th century, showcases the house’s dedication to quality and its mastery of traditional winemaking.

The 1985 Vintage
The 1985 growing season in the Douro Valley was marked by near-perfect conditions, producing wines with exceptional ripeness, concentration, and balance. Declared by most major houses as a vintage year, the ports from 1985 are renowned for their rich fruit, firm structure, and extraordinary aging potential. …
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Price: £99.00
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Porta dos Cavaleiros, Dao
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The 1985 Dão Porta dos Cavaleiros is a rare vintage from one of Portugal’s most historic wine regions, offering a perfect blend of nostalgia and refined elegance. With its exceptional ageing potential and rich history, the 1985 vintage is a meaningful and memorable wine gift—whether for a wine enthusiast, a collector, or someone celebrating their own journey of four remarkable decades.

Tasting Notes:
After four decades of maturation, this wine has developed complex aromas of dried fruits, cedar, tobacco, and subtle spice. On the palate, expect a velvety texture with layers of mature dark berries, earthy undertones, and a lingering, harmonious finish. …
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Price: £69.00
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40 Year Old Tawny Port
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Tasting Notes: The Palmer 40 Year tawny is a careful blend of many traditional grape varieties from selected vineyards in various areas of the Douro Demarcated Region, patiently aged to resemble the taste of a port that was aged for 40 years in old oak casks. The 40 Year old 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. …
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Price: £89.95
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40 Year Old Tawny port
*** 94 Points - Wine Advocate ***
*** 95 Points - Wine Enthusiast ***

The 40 year old Port combines the talent of 3 generations. João, Oscar Sr. and Cláudia combined their effort in the cellar to blend this balanced, intense and complex very old Tawny, pairing the concentration from Port wine aging in the Douro with the elegant style of Quevedo’s Tawny.

Produced using Hand-harvested, sustainable and dry farmed grapes, fermented in traditional Granite (vats) lagares. Aged and matured in seasoned chestnut casks and unfiltered.

Tasting notes
The colour is amber with green hints.
The aroma is a complex and intense expression with notes of citrus marmalade, dry fruits, nutmeg, marzipan and almond essence. …
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Price: £119.00
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40 year old Tawny Port in presentation box (75cl)
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This Port Wine is the result of a blend of aged wine from Quinta da Devesa, developed with noble grapes used in the Douro region, aged in wooden casks at the Quinta da Devesa cellars.

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Tasting Notes:
Clean, intense auburn. The aromas are very complex, with predominant notes of nuts and honey. Soft flavour and very velvety in the mouth.

40 Year Tawny Quinta da Devesa Technical Sheet


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Price: £89.00
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40+ year old White Port in presentation box (50cl)
92 Points- Wine Advocate

Quinta da Devesa Port Wines are produced exclusively from lots vinified and aged in the estate. Since 1941, vintages considered of superior quality by the family winemakers, were kept and stored in wooden barrels in the winery cellars.

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Tasting Notes:
The NV 40 Year White Port is a field blend bottled in 2019 with a bar-top cork, 20% alcohol and 112 grams of sugar. It is mainly a blend this year of the 1967 and 1970 (although different casks than those used for the 1970 White Colheita this issue). …
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Price: £79.95
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Cantine Prandi, Piedmont
Excellent provenance - Library Release

The 1985 Cantine Prandi Barolo from Piedmont is a well-aged expression of Nebbiolo, offering a beautifully evolved bouquet. Expect aromas of dried roses, tar, leather, and truffle, alongside stewed cherries and earthy undertones. The palate is likely to be refined and delicate, with softened tannins, vibrant acidity, and notes of dried red berries, tobacco, and spice. A lingering, ethereal finish highlights the wine’s remarkable aging potential and complexity.

From the legendary 1985 vintage the Cantine Prandi Barolo have come from the Prandi cellars where they have laid undisturbed since bottling. …
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Price: £129.00
Stock: 7 in Stock

40 Year Old 'TORDIZ' Tawny Port, Douro | Presented In Gift Tube
UK Exclusive to VWP
*** 95 Points- Wine Advocate ***

*** Gold Medal at the 2015 International Wine Challenge ***

Bright brown colour, with greenish nuances. Presents a bouquet with intense aromas of dried fruits, delicate spices notes and a sweet touch of honey. In the taste it is full, unctuous and velvety. This wine overflows seduction and an enormous refinement. A feeling that is extended in the long and complex finish.

This 40-year-old wine owes its name, Tordiz, to the confluence of the Torto and Mendiz rivers. It is obtained from wines that have been carefully aged in small oak casks and later blended in a small upstanding oak vat dating from 1864. …
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Price: £139.00
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40 Year Old Tawny Port
Includes Kopke Wooden Gift Box
Decanter 2021- Silver Award Winner

This Kopke 40 Year Old Tawny Port is a beautifully balanced and richly complex wine, perfect for savouring on special occasions. Its intricate layers of flavours and aromas make it a delightful experience for the palate, showcasing the masterful aging process and the quality of the port.

Tasting Notes
Deep amber with mahogany highlights, indicating aging. Its aromas include dried fruits, caramel, toffee, butterscotch, roasted nuts, vanilla, and spices. The palate is smooth and luscious, with a pronounced sweetness and well-integrated acidity. The texture is velvety and full-bodied, offering a luxurious mouthfeel. …
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Price: £119.00
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Colheita Port
Presented in Kopke Gift Box
***95 Points- GOLD Medal- IWC 2024***
***95 Points- GOLD - Decanter 2024***

The 1985 Kopke Colheita Port is a cask aged port from a single vintage, known for its exceptional quality and complex flavour profile, reflecting the meticulous aging process it undergoes.

Tasting notes
Deep amber appearance and a complex flavour profile. Its aroma is rich and expressive, with dried fruits, caramel, toffee, honey, roasted nuts, and spices. The palate is smooth and velvety, with a well-rounded sweetness and a nuttiness. The finish is long, lingering, and luxurious, with flavours of dried fruits, caramel, and nuts persisting beautifully.

Serving & Food Pairing:
Colheita Ports are ready-to drink and do not require decanting. …
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Price: £84.45
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40 Year Old White Port - Half Bottle 375ml in wooden presentation box

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.
An extremely rare bottle of port that has been aged to resemble the taste of a 40 year old aged White Port. Please note that these are half bottles.

Review:
This Kopke 40 Years Old presents a blondish bright color and a fine and very complex nose, which features dried fruits such as figs and hazelnuts, some candied orange and velvety notes of honey and even citrus fruits. …
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Price: £89.00
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40 Year Old White Port
50cl in own gift tube

The Messias 40 Year Old White Port showcases a remarkable light amber colour with hints of mahogany. The nose unfolds with layers of complexity, offering rich aromas of caramelized nuts, and apricot, interwoven with delicate notes of vanilla bean and aged honey. On the palate, it’s an indulgent experience, with flavours of rich butterscotch, and toasted almonds. The wine’s age is evident in its silky texture and extraordinary depth, while a vibrant acidity provides balance and freshness. The finish is long and opulent, with a lingering sweetness and a touch of spice that leaves a memorable, luxurious impression. …
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Price: £89.95
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40 Year Old Tawny Port
In gift Tube ***93 Points Mark Squires - Wine Advocate***

Very pale amber/tawny/orange colour. Fine and delicate aromas of hazelnuts and candied citrus. Quince marmalade character, delicate in style, with finesse and poise. Seemingly quite dry in style towards the finish (not as obviously rich as some here), and supremely refined.


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40 Year Old Tawny Port
** 94 Points - Wine Enthusiast **
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The Quinta das Carvalhas 40 Year Old Tawny Port is not just a wine; it’s an experience. Whether you're gifting it to someone special or indulging in it yourself, this wine promises to deliver a memorable and luxurious tasting experience that reflects the very best of what the Douro Valley has to offer.

Tasting notes
Deep amber colour with a golden rim. A a luxurious blend of complex aromas, including hints of honey, nutmeg, vanilla, and subtle oak, all of which are indicative of its lengthy aging process. A 40 Year Old Tawny that boasts intense flavours of dried fruits like figs and apricots, alongside notes of toasted almonds, caramel, and rich spices. …
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Fratelli Oddero

The 1985 Fratelli Oddero Barbaresco is a beautifully aged Nebbiolo, showcasing the refined elegance and structure of traditional Barbaresco. After nearly 40 years, it likely presents an evolved bouquet of dried roses, tar, leather, truffle, and earthy spice, with underlying notes of dried cherries, orange peel, and balsamic herbs. The palate should be silky yet vibrant, with softened tannins, well-integrated acidity, and a long, ethereal finish. A remarkable example of Barbaresco’s longevity.
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Price: £149.00
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Giordano, Piedmont

The 1985 Giordano Barolo from Piedmont is a classic, well-aged Nebbiolo that has developed deep complexity over time. Expect a mature bouquet of dried roses, tar, leather, and truffle, alongside notes of stewed cherries, tobacco, and earthy spices. The palate should be refined and silky, with softened tannins, bright acidity, and layers of dried red fruit, cedar, and balsamic undertones. A long, elegant finish underscores the wine’s remarkable aging potential.
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Price: £119.00
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Fratelli Oddero

The 1985 Fratelli Oddero Barolo is a beautifully aged Nebbiolo that embodies the elegance and power of traditional Barolo. With nearly 40 years of maturation, it likely offers a complex bouquet of dried roses, tar, leather, truffle, and earthy forest floor, alongside notes of stewed cherries, tobacco, and balsamic spice. The palate should be refined and well-structured, with softened tannins, bright acidity, and layers of red fruit, dried herbs, and cedar. A long, lingering finish highlights its remarkable aging potential.
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Price: £169.00
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St Emilion Grand Cru Classe
Damaged label

The Château Ausone 1985 is a wine from a vintage celebrated for its elegance and balance in Bordeaux. Known for its unique terroir and meticulous winemaking, Château Ausone produced a wine in 1985 that reflects the charm and accessibility of the vintage, while showcasing the estate's signature complexity and finesse.

Wine Overview
Château Ausone, one of the four Premier Grand Cru Classé "A" estates in Saint-Émilion, typically blends:

Cabernet Franc (dominant): Adding structure, floral aromatics, and herbal nuances.
Merlot: Contributing softness, richness, and a lush fruit profile.
Vintage Characteristics
The 1985 vintage in Bordeaux benefited from a warm and even growing season, …
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Price: £425.00
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St Julien, 4th Growth Classification
Magnum Bottle

The 1985 Château Branaire-Ducru is a classic example of the elegance and balance that define the wines of Saint-Julien. This Fourth Growth estate has a long-standing reputation for producing refined and structured Bordeaux, and the 1985 vintage is a testament to its consistency. The year was marked by excellent growing conditions in Bordeaux, resulting in wines with rich fruit, soft tannins, and remarkable aging potential.

Upon release, the 1985 Branaire-Ducru displayed a medium garnet hue with slight browning at the edges, a sign of graceful maturation. The nose was inviting, offering aromas of ripe red cherries, currants, and spice notes such as cinnamon and clove. …
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Price: £249.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

St Julien, 4th Growth Classification
Half Bottle

The 1985 Château Branaire-Ducru is a classic example of the elegance and balance that define the wines of Saint-Julien. This Fourth Growth estate has a long-standing reputation for producing refined and structured Bordeaux, and the 1985 vintage is a testament to its consistency. The year was marked by excellent growing conditions in Bordeaux, resulting in wines with rich fruit, soft tannins, and remarkable aging potential.

Upon release, the 1985 Branaire-Ducru displayed a medium garnet hue with slight browning at the edges, a sign of graceful maturation. The nose was inviting, offering aromas of ripe red cherries, currants, and spice notes such as cinnamon and clove. …
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Price: £59.95
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Margaux

Château La Gurgue, a notable estate in Bordeaux's Margaux appellation, has a history of producing wines that reflect the region's elegance and complexity. The 1985 vintage, characterized by favorable weather conditions, yielded wines with ripe fruit flavors and balanced structures.​

Tasting Notes

A tasting note from 2010 for the 1985 Château La Gurgue describes the wine as having a gorgeous dark ruby color with great legs. The nose shows blackcurrants and oak, with a somewhat woody character. On the palate, the wine is full, fruity, flavorful, and soft, with a round mouthfeel. ​

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Price: £79.95
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Margaux

Château La Gurgue, a notable estate in Bordeaux's Margaux appellation, has a history of producing wines that reflect the region's elegance and complexity. The 1985 vintage, characterized by favorable weather conditions, yielded wines with ripe fruit flavors and balanced structures.​

Tasting Notes

A tasting note from 2010 for the 1985 Château La Gurgue describes the wine as having a gorgeous dark ruby color with great legs. The nose shows blackcurrants and oak, with a somewhat woody character. On the palate, the wine is full, fruity, flavorful, and soft, with a round mouthfeel. ​

Serving Suggestions

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Price: £69.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux

​Château Larmande, a historic Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé estate, has been producing wines since 1569. The 1985 vintage, now approaching four decades of maturity, offers a unique opportunity to experience the evolution of this esteemed estate's offerings.​
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Tasting Notes

A tasting note from 2017 describes the 1985 Château Larmande as having a nose of red berries, leather, sweet spice, autumn leaves, and a hint of farmyard. On the palate, it presents as medium-bodied with soft tannins, featuring flavors of red fruits, leather, and earthy nuances, leading to a smooth finish. …
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 9 in Stock

Pauillac 5th Growth Classification

Château Lynch-Moussas, a fifth-growth estate in Bordeaux's Pauillac appellation, has a storied history dating back to the 18th century. The 1985 vintage, known for its favorable growing conditions, produced wines with ripe fruit flavors and balanced structures.​

Tasting notes from well-preserved bottles of the 1985 Château Lynch-Moussas reveal a wine that has developed complex tertiary characteristics over the decades. On the nose, there are subtle hints of funk, followed by notes of pepper, miso, leather, mushrooms, tobacco smoke, and hay. Unfortunately, the fruit presence is minimal, indicating that the wine may have surpassed its optimal drinking window. …
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Price: £89.00
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Margaux, 4th Growth Classification, Bordeaux

Château Marquis de Terme, a distinguished fourth-growth estate in the Margaux appellation of Bordeaux, has a rich history dating back to the 18th century. The 1985 vintage is noteworthy for its favorable growing conditions, characterized by a warm, dry summer and ideal harvest weather, leading to wines that are balanced, supple, and fruity, embodying finesse. ​
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After nearly four decades, the 1985 Château Marquis de Terme has matured gracefully, offering a bouquet of dried fruits, earthy notes, and subtle floral undertones. On the palate, it presents a harmonious balance with softened tannins and a lingering finish, showcasing the elegance typical of well-aged Margaux wines. …
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Price: £89.95
Stock: 8 in Stock