1975 Wine and Port Vintage
Vintage Summary and Recommendations:
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A bottle of wine or Port from 1975 is an exceptional 50-year-old gift, perfect for birthdays or anniversaries, celebrating both the rich flavors of a vintage year and the cultural highlights of an unforgettable era. The 1975 vintage saw favorable conditions in Bordeaux and Italy, yielding fine wines, while Portugal produced some excellent Ports. Beyond wine, 1975 was a milestone year in culture: films like Jaws and Monty Python and the Holy Grail captivated audiences and left a lasting impact on cinema. In music, Queen’s A Night at the Opera dazzled listeners with the groundbreaking "Bohemian Rhapsody," while David Bowie explored new sounds with Young Americans, blending rock with soul. A wine or port from this vintage offers not only a taste of history but a nostalgic connection to a remarkable year in cultural evolution. A 1975 wine or Port would make a fabulous 50 year old wine gift for an Anniversary or birthday.
Our Wine Expert currently recommends the following wines for this year:
Bordeaux: The 1975 Bordeaux vintage faced challenging weather, resulting in mixed quality. A wet spring and cool, rainy August caused uneven ripening, and harvest rains further impacted grape quality, leading to reds that generally lack the concentration and aging potential of stronger vintages. However, in Sauternes, conditions favored the development of noble rot, producing richly concentrated sweet wines with good aging potential. While most reds from this year are less ideal for long-term cellaring, some top producers crafted structured wines that remain enjoyable today.
Italian: The 1975 vintage in Tuscany is widely celebrated, especially for Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino. Ideal weather conditions produced wines with excellent structure, depth, and aging potential. Chianti displayed remarkable balance, while Brunello di Montalcino offered richness and longevity, with some bottles still shining today. This vintage remains a benchmark for collectors seeking age-worthy Tuscan wines.
Meanwhile, Piedmont’s 1975 vintage struggled with challenging weather, affecting grape quality and aging potential. Barolo and Barbaresco wines from this year generally lacked the depth of top vintages, though some producers achieved good structure, showcasing the resilience of Piedmont’s winemakers.
Portugal: The 1975 vintage port declaration came shortly after the 1974 revolution. Under pressure of nationalisation, the port shippers were keen to show what was possible after a run of weak vintages. Whilst the ports are not in the same league as the other 70's declarations like the 1970 or the 1977, they have stood up well and represent a superb quality vs price ratio. Recent tastings have demonstrated that the best are elegant and a pleasure to drink. The wines are now fully mature, with the top producers producing good '75s that will grow old gracefully. They are elegant, fruity and well balanced but not big. A port from 1975 would make an excellent 50 year old wine gift for a birthday or anniversary.
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Rosso, 1975
Corsica, Domaine de Torraccia - C. Imbert
Whilst there are many excellent domains to visit in Corsica, it is Christian Imbert, who started the Torraccia vineyards from scratch some 50 years ago, who is considered the father of modern Corsican wines. He was instrumental in improving the wines of Corsica and a fervent exponent of the traditional grapes, preserving the typicity of the Nielluccio, Sciacarello and Vermentino wines with passion in his belief that they were the only way forward for Corsican wines. His vineyards, now run by his son Marc, are still predominantly using these traditional varieties and producing wine renowned for ageing well. …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Rosso Piceno, 1975
Colli di Acquaviva Picena
The 1975 Rosso Piceno Colli di Acquaviva Picena is a beautifully aged red from the Marche region, made primarily from Montepulciano and Sangiovese grapes. Over the years, it has developed a complex bouquet of dried dark fruits, such as cherries and blackberries, alongside earthy notes of leather, tobacco, and subtle spice. The tannins have softened significantly with age, resulting in a smooth, integrated texture. The acidity remains fresh, providing balance and vibrancy. This wine has matured gracefully, showcasing the potential for aging in Rosso Piceno wines
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Rosso Piceno, 1975
Cocci Grifoni
The 1975 Rosso Piceno Cocci Grifoni is a well-aged example of this regional blend from the Marche, typically made with Montepulciano and Sangiovese grapes. Over the years, it has developed a rich and complex bouquet, with aromas of dried red and black fruits, such as cherries and blackberries, accompanied by earthy notes of leather, tobacco, and subtle spice. The tannins have softened beautifully, giving the wine a smooth, well-rounded texture, while the acidity remains fresh, maintaining balance and structure.
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 8 in Stock
Salice, 1975
Leone de Castris - Riserva
The 1975 Salice Salentino Leone de Castris - Riserva is a beautifully aged expression of this classic Puglian red, crafted primarily from the Negroamaro grape. Over the years, it has developed a rich, complex profile with aromas of dried dark fruits, such as black cherries and plums, alongside earthy notes of tobacco, leather, and subtle spice. The tannins, once robust, have softened, creating a smooth, elegant texture, while the acidity remains vibrant, providing balance and freshness. This Riserva has aged gracefully, showing the depth and potential of Salice Salentino.
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Salice, 1975
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Leone de Castris
The 1975 Salice Salentino Leone de Castris is a beautifully aged expression of this classic Puglian red, crafted primarily from the Negroamaro grape. Over the years, it has developed a rich, complex profile with aromas of dried dark fruits, such as black cherries and plums, alongside earthy notes of tobacco, leather, and subtle spice. The tannins, once robust, have softened, creating a smooth, elegant texture, while the acidity remains vibrant, providing balance and freshness. This Riserva has aged gracefully, showing the depth and potential of Salice Salentino.
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Sandeman
50 Year Old Tawny Port
***95 Points- GOLD- Decanter 2023***
Beautiful pale tawny in colour. The 50-Year-Old Tawny is exceptionally pronounced and complex in aroma profile. Intense aromas of dried fruits, roasted walnuts, toffee and spice burst out of the glass. Velvety smooth on the palate, with a bright acidity keeping the decadent flavours on the straight and narrow and all culminating in a deliciously lingering finish.
There are few more iconic images in the world of wine than the ‘Don’, the logo created for the Sandeman family in 1928 by George Massiot Brown. The cape was modelled on the attire worn by university students in Porto, while the wide-brimmed hat was a nod to the family’s presence in Jerez. …
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Price: £289.00
Stock: 4 in Stock
São Leonardo by Quinta do Mourao
50 Year Old Tawny Port
*** 96 Points -Alex Probst- World of Fine Wine ***
Clearance Offer - Discontinued | Was £349 | Now £225
Dark tawny colour with greenish tones and an intense aroma consisting of wood notes, caramel, vinagrinho and nuts. The palate is full and fresh, with dry notes of spicy flavours. A long and enduring finish.
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Price: £225.00
Stock: 6 in Stock
São Leonardo by Quinta do Mourao
50 Year Old White Port
50cl bottle
*** 95 Points- Wine Advocate ***
White gold colour with greenish tones. An intense and complex aroma, with vinagrinho wood notes, hazelnuts and honey.
The palate is dense, full and fresh, with dry notes of spicy flavours. Long, lingering finish.
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Price: £345.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Sassella, 1975
La Castellina
The 1975 Sassella La Castellina is a beautifully aged wine from the Valtellina region, crafted from the Nebbiolo grape (locally known as Chiavennasca). Over the years, it has developed a complex bouquet of dried red fruits such as cherries and raspberries, along with delicate floral notes of rose petals and violets. Earthy undertones of truffle, leather, and subtle hints of spice and tobacco have emerged with age. The tannins, once firm, have softened, giving the wine a smooth, velvety texture, while the acidity remains fresh, providing balance and vibrancy. A refined and elegant expression of Sassella. …
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Sizzano, 1975
Ponti Cav. Mario
The wines Sizzano must be made from grapes coming from the following varieties: Nebbiolo (Span): 50-70%; Vespolina and Uva Rara (Bonarda Novarese) alone or in combination 30-50%. Colour: ruby red with garnet; Bouquet: vinous, typical, with hints of violet, fine and pleasant; Flavour: dry, full-bodied and harmonious with a slightly bitter aftertaste; Aging: "Sizzano": at least 22 months of which at least 18 in wood; "Sizzano Reserve": at least 34 months of which at least 24 in wood.
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Spanna, 1975
Francoli
The 1975 Spanna Francoli is a mature and refined expression of Nebbiolo, showcasing the elegance and complexity that this grape can develop with age. Over the years, it has evolved to reveal aromas of dried red fruits, such as cherries and raspberries, along with floral notes of rose petals and subtle earthy undertones of leather, tobacco, and truffle. The tannins have softened beautifully, giving the wine a smooth, well-rounded texture, while the acidity remains vibrant, offering balance and freshness.
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Price: £75.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Spanna, 1975
Antoniolo - Santachiara
The 1975 Spanna Antoniolo - Santachiara is a beautifully aged Nebbiolo from the Gattinara region in Piedmont, known for its ability to develop complexity and elegance with age. Over the years, it has developed a bouquet of dried red fruits such as cherries and raspberries, along with floral notes of rose petals and violets. Earthy undertones of leather, tobacco, and truffle add further depth, creating a multi-layered aroma profile. The tannins have softened gracefully, providing a smooth, velvety texture, while the acidity remains fresh, ensuring balance and vibrancy.
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Taylor Fladgate, 1975
Very Old Single Harvest Tawny Port
Limited Edition
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Taylors Very Old 1975 Single Harvest Port is the latest addition to their prestigious collection of 50 Year Old Single Harvest Ports. Aged for five decades in seasoned oak casks, this limited edition release epitomises Taylor’s unwavering dedication to excellence, tradition, and craftsmanship.
Matured in Taylor’s historic lodges in Vila Nova de Gaia, the 1975 Single Harvest Port presents an extraordinary sensory experience with remarkable depth and complexity.
Aged in seasoned oak casks for five decades, this limited edition release embodies Taylor’s commitment to excellence, tradition and craftsmanship. …
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Price: £295.00
Stock: 11 in Stock
Teroldego Rotaliano, 1975
Cavit
The 1975 Teroldego Rotaliano Cavit is a beautifully aged expression of this indigenous Trentino grape. Over the years, it has developed a rich and complex profile, with aromas of dried dark fruits such as blackberries and plums, complemented by earthy notes of leather, tobacco, and subtle spices. The tannins, which can be firm in youth, have softened significantly, giving the wine a smooth, integrated texture. The acidity remains lively, ensuring balance and freshness despite the wine’s age.
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Price: £99.00
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Valpolicella, 1975
Bolla
The 1975 Valpolicella Bolla is a beautifully aged wine from the Veneto region, crafted using the traditional blend of Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara grapes. With decades of aging, it has developed a rich and complex bouquet, with aromas of dried red fruits such as cherries and raspberries, along with subtle notes of herbs, leather, and earth. The tannins have softened over time, providing a smooth, velvety texture, while the acidity remains fresh, helping to maintain balance and structure. The wine showcases the aging potential of Valpolicella and has matured into an elegant, refined expression of the variety. …
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 9 in Stock
Valpolicella, 1975
Giovanni Battista Bertani
The 1975 Valpolicella Giovanni Battista Bertani is a beautifully aged wine from one of the most respected producers in the Veneto region. Over the years, it has developed a complex bouquet of dried red fruits, such as cherries and raspberries, along with hints of dried herbs, leather, and a touch of earthiness. The tannins, once more pronounced, have softened with time, leading to a smooth, well-rounded texture. The acidity remains fresh, providing balance and structure, allowing the wine to maintain its elegance and vibrancy.
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 11 in Stock
Valtellina, 1975
Cantina Coop. Villa
Valtellina is one of Italy’s most dramatic wine regions, located in Lombardy, the vineyards are located on steep mountains. The principal grape variety is Chiavennasca (the local name for Piedmont’s Nebbiolo and an Italian grape varietal that has been cultivated since medieval times here). The DOCG wines are generally comprised of at least 90% Chiavennasca and then blended with other quality local grapes like Brugnola, Rossola, Pignola. Then there is a DOC Valtellina Rosso (also called Rosso di Valtellina DOC) which requires at least 80% of the blend be Chiavennasca and does not have minimum ageing requirements. …
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Price: £129.00
Stock: 4 in Stock
Vino Bosco di Pomposa, 1975
Felloni Rossi
The grafting of the vine in the Valleys probably took place in 1528, when Ercole II Duca d'Este married Renata of France, daughter of Louis XII, who brought as a dowry a vine of the Côte d'Or of Burgundy, the Golden Grape precisely, that it found the perfect habitat in the areas of the Sandy Dunes of the Delta and in the Dossi of the Bosco Eliceo to reproduce at its best, among the holm oaks and delta bushes. The particularly humid, foggy and static environment, the strongly brackish air and soil, the constant proximity of the sea and the lack of fresh water contribute, over the centuries, to the formation of a grape with a very strong character. …
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Price: £99.00
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Vino da Sera, 1975
Manduria Fiore - Vinicola Udinese
The 1975 Vino da Sera Manduria Fiore - Vinicola Udinese is a beautifully aged wine from the Puglia region, crafted primarily from the Primitivo grape, which is known for its rich and bold character. Over the years, it has developed a deep and complex profile with aromas of dried dark fruits, such as blackberries and plums, complemented by earthy undertones of leather, tobacco, and spice. The tannins, once firm, have softened significantly with age, resulting in a smooth and velvety texture, while the acidity remains fresh, providing balance and structure.
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Vino del Castellano, 1975
Poggio alle Mura
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The 1975 Vino del Castellano Poggio alle Mura is a beautifully aged wine that likely originates from the renowned vineyards of Tuscany. It has developed a rich and complex profile over the years, with aromas of dried red fruits such as cherries and raspberries, along with hints of herbs, leather, and earthy nuances. The tannins, which can be firm in younger wines, have softened gracefully with age, resulting in a smooth, well-integrated texture. The acidity remains fresh, offering balance and structure despite its age.
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Price: £80.00
Stock: 5 in Stock
Warre's Vintage Port, 1975
Vintage Port
The 1975 Warre's Vintage Port is a classic example of a vintage port from one of the oldest and most respected port houses in the Douro Valley, Portugal. Warre's, established in 1670, is renowned for producing elegant, balanced, and long-lived ports. The 1975 vintage is a reflection of the house’s commitment to quality and tradition, offering a beautifully aged fortified wine experience.
The Producer: Warre's
Warre's is one of the leading producers in the world of port wine, known for its signature style that balances richness and elegance. Combining traditional winemaking techniques with meticulous grape selection from top vineyards, …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 6 in Stock
1975 Chateau Batailley, 1975
Pauillac, 5th Growth Classification
*** Recommended ***
The 1975 Château Batailley is a distinguished Bordeaux wine from one of Pauillac's oldest and most respected estates. As a Fifth Growth classified in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Château Batailley is renowned for its ability to craft wines of structure, elegance, and longevity. The 1975 vintage, celebrated for its tannic structure and concentration, showcases the estate’s commitment to traditional winemaking and the exceptional terroir of Pauillac.
The 1975 Vintage
The 1975 growing season in Bordeaux was marked by a hot and dry summer, producing small, concentrated berries with thick skins. …
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Price: £99.00
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Chateau Cheval Blanc, 1975
St Emilion Premier Grand Cru Classe A
*** 90 Points - Neil Martin Wine Journal ***
" this is a lovely Cheval Blanc with an expressive, open-knit nose, again more merlot-driven than cabernet franc with tertiary fruit inflecting the red-berried fruits with just a touch of mulberry and fresh fig. The palate is full-bodied, fleshy and succulent, touches of tar, orange rind and more dried herbs/cigar box coming through towards the finish. Drink now 2018" Neil Martin Wine Journal.
About Chateau Cheval Blanc Château Cheval Blanc is one of the most illustrious wine estates in the Bordeaux region of France, located in the Saint-Émilion appellation. …
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Price: £395.00
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Chateau Cos Labory, 1975
St Estephe 5th Growth Classification
1975 Château Cos Labory – A Rare Saint-Estèphe Classic
The 1975 Château Cos Labory is a remarkable piece of Bordeaux history from a vintage known for producing structured, long-lived wines. As a fifth-growth estate in the prestigious Saint-Estèphe appellation, Château Cos Labory is renowned for crafting age-worthy, Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant wines with bold character and depth. The 1975 vintage, shaped by a hot summer and a late, tannic harvest, has evolved into a fascinating wine that offers a unique tasting experience for collectors and enthusiasts of mature Bordeaux.
Now approaching 50 years of aging, …
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Price: £89.95
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Chateau Guiraud, 1975
Sauternes
This is a classic Sauternes with a great deal of sweetness, plenty of ripeness, and obvious aromas of toasty, smoky new oak. The wine exhibits finesse and complexity, a style of Sauternes that will have its admirers, particularly among those who like to drink these wines as an aperitif.
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. Spanning approximately 100 hectares, the vineyard benefits from a unique terroir characterized by gravelly, sandy, and limestone soils, ideal for cultivating Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc grapes affected by noble rot. …
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Price: £149.00
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