This Year in History: Fun Fact: The grammar school at Windermere reorganises itself to become Britain's first comprehensive school.
Born in this Year: Helen Mirren, Movie Actress, longtime actress who won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Elizabeth II in the 2006 film The Queen. She starred in Phil Spector in 2013 and her role as Madame Mallory in the 2014 film The Hundred-Foot Journey learned her a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Motion Picture, Musical or Comedy.
Top Grossing Movie: The Bells of St Mary's
Bordeaux: The 1945 wine vintage was, without doubt, the vintage of the century. No vintage in the post-war era enjoys the reputation that 1945 does. The celebration of the end of the war, combined with the fact that the weather was remarkable, produced one of the smallest, most concentrated crops of grapes ever seen. Many of the top wines are still not fully mature and will last for another 20-30 years.
Portugal: The 1945 port vintage was the first end-of-war vintage. It was a superb quality five-star vintage, although the quantity produced was small. 22 shippers declared the vintage, with Cockburn being the only major abstention. The ports are now very rare but are still drinking well today. A bottle of 1945 Port will make an exceptional presnt for an 80 year old wine gift Birthday or anniversary.
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Sandeman, 1945
Vintage Port
Level in neck or very top shoulder | remains of label
The 1945 Sandeman Vintage Port is an iconic expression of a historic vintage, crafted with precision and care by one of the most esteemed port houses in the Douro Valley. This wine is a tribute to resilience and excellence, produced in a year that remains legendary for its unparalleled quality.
In the glass, it exhibits a deep garnet hue with amber undertones, a visual testament to its age and refinement. The nose is profoundly complex, offering an intricate bouquet of dried black cherries, figs, and plum preserves, layered with aromas of roasted almonds, dark cocoa, and sweet spices. Hints of cedarwood, tobacco leaf, and orange zest lend sophistication and depth. …
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Sandeman, 1945
Vintage Port
Level in neck.
Excellent provenance from the cellars of a Cambridge College
From the cellars of a Cambridge College where it was stored in impeccable conditions until our purchase.
The 1945 Sandeman Vintage Port is an iconic expression of a historic vintage, crafted with precision and care by one of the most esteemed port houses in the Douro Valley. This wine is a tribute to resilience and excellence, produced in a year that remains legendary for its unparalleled quality.
In the glass, it exhibits a deep garnet hue with amber undertones, a visual testament to its age and refinement. The nose is profoundly complex, offering an intricate bouquet of dried black cherries, figs, and plum preserves, layered with aromas of roasted almonds, dark cocoa, and sweet spices. …
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Price: £950.00
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Sandeman, 1945
Vintage Port
Very Top Shoulder
Excellent provenance from the cellars of a Cambridge College
Excellent provenance from the cellars of a Cambridge College where it has been stored in perfect coditions until our purchase
The 1945 Sandeman Vintage Port is an iconic expression of a historic vintage, crafted with precision and care by one of the most esteemed port houses in the Douro Valley. This wine is a tribute to resilience and excellence, produced in a year that remains legendary for its unparalleled quality.
In the glass, it exhibits a deep garnet hue with amber undertones, a visual testament to its age and refinement. The nose is profoundly complex, offering an intricate bouquet of dried black cherries, figs, and plum preserves, layered with aromas of roasted almonds, dark cocoa, and sweet spices. …
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Price: £950.00
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Sandeman, 1945
Vintage Port
Excellent level & Label
The 1945 Sandeman vintage. The '45 has a a tawny-ruby colour; raisined red fruit - looks longer than its age. On the palate there is some sweetness, surprisingly good acidity, refreshing, fruit that is now figs. Certainly mature - great finish. Tasted at The Don London Sandeman V20 tasting (VWP note)
The Sandeman 1945 Vintage Port is a highly sought-after and historic wine from one of the most renowned Port houses. Given the exceptional 1945 vintage, this Port would have developed incredible complexity over the decades: Colour: Deep garnet, fading to tawny with amber hues at the rim, showing its long ageing. …
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Sandeman, 1945
Vintage Port
Impeccable provenance
Excellent Condition
We are delighted to offer a small quantity of Sandeman 1945 Vintage Port with impeccable provenance. These bottles were acquired on release by the owners of Berwick House in Shrewsbury, where they were stored undisturbed until their sale in 2024. The bottles are in fabulous condition with excellent fill levels, good labels and slightly damaged capsules.
A Sandeman 1945 Port is a true rarity and a collector's dream and captures a moment in history, emerging just as World War II came to an end. Crafted during a pivotal era, this Port reflects the resilience and hope of post-war times. The 1945 vintage is considered one of the greatest of the 20th century, and Port wines from this vintage are highly sought after. …
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Price: £1,160.00
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Taylor Fladgate, 1945
Vintage Port
Very Top Shoulder
Remarkably dark and well-preserved in color, this wine’s dark brick-garnet hue suggests a powerful, youthful wine. Complex aromas of flowers, mint, cherry and plum also carry hints of spice cake. On the palate, there’s ample spice, with plenty of power and tannin still evident on the long, long finish. Drink or hold.
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Taylor Fladgate, 1945
Vintage Port
The 1945 Taylor Vintage Port is a magnificent wine, crafted by one of the most prestigious port houses in the world. Taylor’s, renowned for its unwavering commitment to quality and tradition, has been producing exceptional vintage ports since 1692. The 1945 vintage is a true benchmark, embodying both the historic excellence of Taylor’s and the extraordinary conditions of this legendary year.
In the glass, this vintage reveals a deep garnet core with brick-red edges, hinting at its decades of evolution. The nose is profoundly complex and captivating, offering a layered bouquet of ripe black fruits, dried figs, and plum preserves. …
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Warre's Vintage Port, 1945
Vintage Port
The 1945 Warre is a legendary port from an exceptional year. These bottles were acquired from a close relative of the Symington family where they were well-cellared from original purchase.
From the Wine Spectator…'This is like a deliciously fresh bowl of fruit. Medium red-ruby with a garnet rim, a nose of cranberries and cherries, full-bodied, with sweet cranberry flavors and a lovely balance of round tannins. A wonderful glass of Port.' (Jan. 1989)
Broadbent
Variable notes, including one framboise-scented, (in 1964), one woody. Showing marvellously well at the 1989 tasting of '45s in Florida: beautiful colour, lively, lovely gradation. …
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