2000 Wine and Port Vintage
Vintage Summary and Recommendations:
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It was a legendary year for Bordeaux, particularly in the Médoc, and prices are likely to still be running high. Burgundy, although not quite as dizzyingly great. Italy’s Barolo and Barbaresco also enjoyed a spectacular year and there should be many examples of both still drinking very well. For Port, 2000 was one of the great years where most, if not all, major Port houses declared. Many of these wines will be drinking for decades to come and make an obvious choice for a gift for those who can afford. Both Armagnac and whisky are available from this year, and are likely to be drinking well.
Our Wine Expert currently recommends the following wines for this year:
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Bordeaux: The fabled millennium vintage produced wines that are of true greatness and longevity. They are characterised as being powerful and concentrated, with high tannins. The quality is due to ideal weather from the end of September; this allowed the grapes to develop thick skins from lack of moisture. For the first time in many years there was little rain in the harvest season allowing the skins to thicken further. This served to further concentrate the wines. These have evolved slowly and will continue to do so for decades to come, making them an excellent idea for a 25 year old wine gift for a birthday or anniversary whether to drink now or keep for future drinking.
Champagne: Spring began well with excellent growth showing by the end of April beginning of May and flowering in early June. Rainfall in July was four times higher than average and a hailstorm hit, destroying many vines but August was sunny and dry. The wet weather though meant vines were slow to and acidity was low by end of August but good weather throughout September helped ripen the fruit more fully and the sugar and acid levels were registering about 9.5° and 10°, and 7.5 and 8 respectively, so things looked up. The vintage started in mid-September and the sun shone for the duration of the picking which lasted two weeks, and the harvest remained of remarkable quality from beginning to end.
Italian: 2000 was one of the finest post-war vintages for Piedmont wines. The wines are still tannic and youthful, and will last for many years to come.
Portugal: The 2000 Vintage was the first to be declared in the 21st century and will be remembered for the immense concentration of its wines and for the small quantities produced. The wines show tremendous promise, with intense berry fruit aromas and full-bodied structure. They should remain at their peak between now and 2040 at the very least, if kept well.
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Palmer Port, 2000
Colheita Port, Douro
75cl Bottle
Exclusive to Vintage Wine and Port
This rare Port Wine has been stored in seasoned oak casks since the 2000 harvest until it was bottled in 2023.
This is an outstanding example of an aged tawny.
Tasting Notes:
The 2000 Port from Palmer has a light oak colour. Much elegance on the nose with orange peel, walnuts, figs and a touch of honey. On the palate, there is a lightness that is balanced by good acidity. This port wine delivers a beautiful flavour supported by a long, long finish. Outstanding.
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. …
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Price: £39.95
Stock: 7 in Stock
Ryst Dupeyron Armagnac, 2000
Ryst Dupeyron Reserve Joseph Millesime vintage Armagnac
50cl bottle
This 2000 Vintage Armagnac from Ryst Dupeyron is a remarkable spirit that offers a unique glimpse into the history and terroir of the Armagnac region for a specific year. Its complexity and depth make it a prized possession for collectors and a delightful experience for those who enjoy fine spirits.
Flavour Profile
The flavours of vintage Armagnac can vary significantly from one year to another. You should expect notes of dried fruits, spices, vanilla, nuts, and woody undertones, which develop and intensify with age.
Serving & Food Pairing
Armagnac is traditionally enjoyed neat, allowing you to fully appreciate its complexity. …
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Price: £68.95
Stock: 7 in Stock
Burmester, 2000
Vintage Port
Half Bottle 37.5cl
The 2000 Burmester Vintage Port has come from the Burmester Cellars in Porto where it was cellared until purchased by us.
The Burmester 2000 Vintage Port is a rich, full-bodied wine with a deep ruby hue and complex aromas of dark fruits, cocoa, and sweet spices. On the palate, it offers velvety tannins, flavours of blackcurrants and dark chocolate, and a well-balanced sweetness with vibrant acidity. The finish is long and layered, showcasing dried fruits and a hint of minerality. This elegant vintage port pairs well with blue cheese or dark chocolate and has excellent aging potential.
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Price: £44.95
Stock: 13 in Stock
Quinta Das Carvalhas, 2000
Colheita Port, Douro
Includes Presentation Tube
The Quinta das Carvalhas Colheita 2000 is a distinguished single-vintage tawny port from Portugal's Douro Valley. "Colheita" refers to a tawny port produced from grapes harvested in a specific year and aged in wooden casks for a minimum of seven years before bottling, allowing the wine to develop complex flavors over time.
Tasting Notes: This port presents a rich amber hue with aromatic notes of dried fruits, such as figs and raisins, complemented by hints of caramel, toffee, and subtle spice. On the palate, it offers a harmonious blend of sweetness and acidity, featuring flavors of nuts, honey, and a touch of vanilla, leading to a smooth, lingering finish. …
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Price: £44.95
Stock: 17 in Stock
Carruades de Chateau Lafite, 2000
Pauillac, Bordeaux ***90 Points- Robert Parker***
Robert Parker writes of this wine "A brilliant second wine, the 2000 Carruades de Lafite (51.4% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42.3% Merlot, 4.9% Cabernet Franc, and 1.4% Petit Verdot), aged in 10-15% new French oak, shows wonderfully sweet lead pencil shavings intermixed with an elegant black cherry and cassis nose. A wine of tremendous purity, medium body, and the tell-tale Lafite elegance, this is a gorgeous wine to drink now and over the next 12-15 years." 2003 90 points
Carruades de Château Lafite is the celebrated second wine of the iconic Château Lafite Rothschild, situated in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France. …
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Price: £325.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Chateau Calon Segur, 2000
3ème Cru Classé Saint Estèphe
One of Medoc's underrated chateau, which has made exceptional wines. Now perfect to drink with lovely dark fruit still, yet developing sweet oaky intensity.
Château Calon-Ségur, located in the esteemed Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux, France, is a historic estate renowned for its exceptional wines and storied heritage. With roots dating back to the 12th century, this illustrious property has been meticulously maintained, blending tradition with modern innovation. The vineyards, planted on gravelly soils with clay subsoil, predominantly feature Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot and Cabernet Franc, producing grapes of outstanding quality and character. …
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Price: £149.00
Stock: 10 in Stock
Chateau Cantemerle, 2000
Haut Medoc 5me Cru Classe, Bordeaux
91 points Wine Spectator
Opulent red. Intense aromas of currants, cigar tobacco and berries. Full-bodied, with a solid core of silky tannins and a long finish. Well-made. (3/2003)
Jancis Robinson
About Château Cantemerle Chateau Cantemerle is an esteemed wine estate situated in the Haut-Médoc appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a history dating back to the 12th century, the estate is one of the oldest in the region and holds the distinction of being classified as a Fifth Growth (Cinquième Cru) in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification. Encompassing approximately 90 hectares, the vineyard benefits from gravelly and clay-limestone soils, ideal for cultivating Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot grapes. …
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Price: £69.95
Stock: 4 in Stock
Chateau Cissac, 2000
Haut Medoc
Good colour, great legs and nose. Quite nice when opened. Perhaps a trace of liquorice and a hint of 'medicinal' character but these initial characteristics soon faded. After 3-4 hours - quite rich and aromatic with good cherry fruit and a touch of maraschino at the end. Tannins have integrated completely. Excellent with roast sirloin. Cellar Tracker Review
Château Cissac is a prestigious wine estate situated in the Haut-Médoc appellation of Bordeaux, France. Encompassing around 50 hectares of vineyards, the estate features gravelly soils ideal for growing Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. …
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Price: £54.95
Stock: 20 in Stock
Chateau d'Yquem, 2000
Sauternes 1er Cru Classe
Only 25,000 bottles of Yquem were made in this very tough Sauternes vintage. A truly valiant effort from this fine property.
"The millennial 2000 Chateau d’Yquem is a valiant effort in one of the most challenging Sauternes vintages in recent memory. The 2000 is quite deep in colour. The nose is crisp and well-defined but not the most complex, as you would expect from a truly challenging growing season in Sauternes. It is pleasant in its own way with delicate scents of tangerine, yellow flowers and Mirabelle. The palate is well-balanced with marmalade tinged opening. I like the acidity here, an Yquem with good race, although it does feel a little tapered toward the finish. …
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Price: £395.00
Stock: 2 in Stock
Chateau Gloria, 2000
St Julien, Bordeaux
The 2000 Chateau Gloria is generous and well-structured, these intense, complex wines are typical of the Saint Julien appellation. The result of traditional vinification, they have a strong, rich colour. On the palate, they are expressive, rounded and supple. They should be kept for a few years to express their full potential.
Château Gloria stands as a beacon of innovation and excellence in the esteemed Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France. Founded by Henri Martin in the mid-20th century, this estate has earned widespread acclaim for its distinctive approach to winemaking and commitment to quality. …
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Price: £89.95
Stock: 7 in Stock
Chateau Grand Pontet, 2000
St Emilion, Bordeaux
** 92 Points - Robert Parker **
Tasting Note for the 2000 Chateau Grand Pontet: A blend of 75 Merlot, 15 Cabernet Franc, and 10 Cabernet Sauvignon produced from modest yields of 30 hectolitres per hectare, this opaque purple-coloured, fat, ripe, exotic, flamboyant effort (coffee, plums, vanilla, and sweet black cherries galore) is a St.-Emilion fruit-bomb made in a modern style. With loads of character, glycerin, fruit, and concentration, this full-bodied, "stacked and packed" wine will be adored by consumers! Robert Parker, Wine Advocate 146, April 2003.
Château Grand-Pontet is a distinguished estate located in the prestigious Saint-Émilion appellation of Bordeaux, France. …
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Price: £79.95
Stock: 1 in Stock
Chateau Grandes Murailles, 2000
St Emilion, Grand Cru Classe, Bordeaux
A nice, mature, midweight St Emilion. Shows a floral nose with black cherry fruit, whilst on the palate there is more blackcurrant with a touch of leather. Cedar & cigar box get more intense with time, with some forest floor notes. Holds up well.
Château Grandes Murailles, situated in the renowned Saint-Émilion appellation of Bordeaux, France, is a historic estate celebrated for its commitment to crafting exceptional wines. Dating back to the 18th century, this esteemed property has undergone a renaissance under the ownership of the esteemed Vauthier family. With a terroir characterized by limestone and clay soils, …
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Price: £59.95
Stock: 4 in Stock
Chateau Sansonnet, 2000
St Emilion Grand Cru Classe, Bordeaux
** 92 Points - Wine Spectator **
'The 2000 Chateau Sansonnet is a seductive wine. Ripe and decadent, with spice, meat and earth notes. Full-bodied, with big, soft and rich tannins and a long chocolatey finish. Lovely.' WIne Spectator
Château Sansonnet is located at the very top of the Saint-Emilion plateau. Its exceptional soil consists of a thin layer of clay over limestone. The vineyard covers a single 7-hectare (17-acre) plot that surrounds the chateau. A dominant 85% proportion of Merlot is blended with Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Its wine, which has great keeping potential, displays an intense ruby colour. …
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Price: £79.95
Stock: 9 in Stock
Chateau Trotte Vielle, 2000
St Emilion Premiere Grand cru Classe
The Château Trotte Vieille 2000 is an exceptional wine from the Saint-Émilion appellation in Bordeaux, France. The 2000 vintage is one of the most celebrated in Bordeaux history, known for its ideal growing conditions and the production of powerful, age-worthy wines. As a Premier Grand Cru Classé (B), Château Trotte Vieille crafted a wine in 2000 that reflects the vintage's richness, balance, and longevity.
Wine Overview
The 2000 Château Trotte Vieille is likely composed of a blend typical of the estate:
Cabernet Franc (dominant): Offering structure, floral aromas, and herbal complexity. …
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Price: £79.95
Stock: 9 in Stock
Domaine Du Grand Mayne, 2000
Cotes De Duras, Sweet Wine
Half Bottle
The Cote De Duras is a wine making area just to the East of the much more famous Bordeaux region. The climate, common grape varieties and techniques of wine making are very similar to Bordeaux, often giving very similar wines but at better value, and this wine is no exception.
Expect aroma of candied fruit and honey. This is made in a dessert wine using the sweetest grapes from the crop that have been harvested at regular intervals.
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Price: £38.95
Stock: 6 in Stock
Dow's, 2000
Vintage Port, Douro ** 94 Points** Wine Advocate **
**94 Points** Robert Parker
"An opaque blue/purple colour (typical of this vintage's top offerings) is followed by a strikingly provocative aromatic display (flowers, licorice, blackberries, and cassis). This firmly-structured, classic, tightly-knit, restrained port exhibits brilliant purity as well as impressive intensity. While not the most dramatic or flamboyant, it is a beautiful, classically structured port that will age gracefully. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2050." Robert Parker
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 9 in Stock
Guado al Tasso, 2000
Guado al Tasso - Antinori
Tenuta Guado al Tasso is located in the small and prestigious DOC of Bolgheri, on the coast of Alta Maremma, about a hundred kilometers south-west of Florence. This denomination has a relatively short history (born in 1995) but boasts an international reputation as a new point of reference in the world wine scene.
Tenuta Guado al Tasso extends over an area of 320 hectares planted with vineyards, in a splendid plain surrounded by hills known as the "Bolgheri amphitheatre" due to its particular conformation.
The Guado al Tasso vineyards are mainly composed of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Vermentino Nero and Bianco grapes. …
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Price: £139.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Martinez Vintage Port, 2000
Vintage Port Quinta da Eira Velha
Martinez 2000 Vintage Port is a testament to classic craftsmanship, showcasing rich, concentrated flavors that have matured beautifully over the years. This vintage opens with deep notes of blackberry, plum, and dark cherry, intertwined with hints of chocolate and subtle spice. Its well-integrated tannins offer a smooth, balanced texture, while a lingering finish leaves a memorable impression. Perfectly aged, the Martinez 2000 continues to captivate collectors and connoisseurs alike, offering an exceptional drinking experience for special occasions or quiet, reflective moments.
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Price: £59.95
Stock: 4 in Stock
Niepoort Port, 2000
Secundum Vintage Port, Douro
Dirk Niepoort has created this second style of vintage port called “Secundum Vintage”. The Secundum’s intention is to provide an approachable Vintage that offers immediate satisfaction yet is well-balanced enough to age for decades. So it is not a second wine, but instead an alternative, slightly more affordable bottling for Niepoort fans who can’t afford or obtain the regular Vintage Port. It’s a proper Vintage Port, but from wines considered not classic enough to be a Vintage Niepoort. The 2000 vintage has a slightly sweet herbal edge to the nose. Rich, full flavoured palate shows sweet fruit with a chunky, spicy edge. …
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Price: £59.95
Stock: 1 in Stock
Quinta do Noval Nacional, 2000
'Nacional' Vintage Port, Douro
95 Points Vinous
Quinta do Noval Nacional is a Vintage Port produced only in selected years from a small area at the heart of the Quinta do Noval vineyard planted with ungrafted vines and untouched by phylloxera. 2000 was a widely declared vintage and produced wines of immense concentration. Though not as flamboyant as the similarly warm 2003 vintage, this has excellent staying power and should continue to improve over time.
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Price: £995.00
Stock: 1 in Stock
Ramos Pinto, 2000
Vintage Port, Douro
Presented in Wooden Gift Box
***92 Points- Decanter 2022 Silver Medal Winner***
Founded in 1880 by Adriano Ramos Pinto, this Port House has always had a pioneering spirit – from the distinctive and stylish ‘art nouveau’ advertising from the 1900s to the continuing wide ranging vineyard research with results that have benefited the whole port trade. Champagne Louis Roederer, now the majority shareholder, perpetuates this philosophy and ensures continuity in a company renowned for wine-making excellence.
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 8 in Stock
Salento, 2000
2000, Giordano, Puglia
*** MAGNUM ***
Salento is in the region of Puglia on the heel of Italy. The Ruffino is a fortified wine made predominantly from the primitivo grape. The wine has a liquorice and spice bouquet, a medium body and a long alcoholic finish.
A commemorative Millennium 2000 release.
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 2 in Stock
Sandeman, 2000
Vintage Port, Douro
Excellent Provenance | Library Release
***18.5/20 Points - JancisRobinson.com***
We are delighted to offer a small parcel of sandeman 2000 Vintage Port released from the Sandeman Cellars.
“This is a deep-coloured wine with faint brick hues, dominated by aromatic notes of mint cedar and tobacco box. It reveals the presence of spices such as pepper and cinnamon, ripe black fruits and slight chocolate hits, the result of an excellent maturation. On the palate it displays excellent structure, good quality tannins and a very well integrated acidity. The long finish of great complexity shows aromatic notes of cedar and mint, as well as ripe black fruits.”
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 25 in Stock
Sandeman, 2000
225th Anniversary Special Edition Vintage Port Collection
6 Individually boxed Ports from the 2000 Vintage.
To celebrate Sandeman’s 225th anniversary, here is a very special limited edition case of 2000 Vintage Sandeman Port. A mere 225 cases have been produced and each includes 6 unique labels telling the story of Sandemans. The bottles are presented in a crafted wooden box, once again unique to this release. A wonderful choice for any port lover.
The Word, The Spirit, The Journey, The Craft, The Pioneer, The Hat & Cape
Each specially designed label tells of a different story relating to each pillar of the House of Sandeman ethos. Together when combined in the beautifully crafted special edition wooden case help bring the history and heritage of this most prestigious House to life. …
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Price: £695.00
Stock: 2 in Stock
São Leonardo by Quinta do Mourao, 2000
Vintage Port, Douro
The 2000 São Leonardo Vintage Port by Quinta do Mourão is a wine of exceptional character, crafted from one of the finest vintages of the new millennium. Quinta do Mourão, renowned for its dedication to tradition and quality, delivers a vintage port that exemplifies the rich heritage of the Douro Valley and the house’s commitment to excellence.
The 2000 Vintage
The 2000 vintage in the Douro Valley was widely declared by port producers as a landmark year, thanks to ideal growing conditions that yielded grapes of exceptional concentration and balance. A wet spring followed by a hot, dry summer resulted in small, intensely flavored berries, producing vintage ports with remarkable depth, structure, and longevity. …
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Price: £89.95
Stock: 22 in Stock