Vintage Summary and Recommendations: Welcome to Vintage Wine and Port's 2021 wine page. Read on for our summary of the 2021 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!
The world's weather has become increasingly wild in recent years, and looks set to continue as climate change tightens its grip. Although much of the growing season for 2021 was distinctly odd the world over, much of the vintage was surprisingly good, some even excellent.
Our Wine Expert currently recommends the following wines for this year:
Quevedo 2021 Vintage Port Kopke 2021 Vintage Port Barbera dAlba 2021 Massolino Gisep Quinta da Fonte Souto 2020 White Wine This Year in History: Fun Fact: Scientists Revealed That Cheese Isn’t Bad for You. One scientist commanded: “There’s almost no evidence that cheese causes weight gain—and in fact, there’s evidence that it’s neutral at worst.” This stigma-shattering analysis helped cheese to rebuild its reputation globally.
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Italian: Italy experienced some fairly wild weather, however, some great wines are likely to emerge from both Piedmont and Tuscany. It will just be a question of both careful research and patience as some of these wines, particularly Barolo, will need years before they come into their own.
Portugal: Vintage Port: The 2021 vintage was defined by a dry and hot summer which brought the harvest forward. However, the rains in early September, combined with mild temperatures, slowed down the pace of grape maturation to create wines of “great elegance” rewarding those producers who waited for drier conditions. The grapes picked before the period of more intense rain resulted in musts with higher concentrations of both colour and aromas, a contrast to the remaining harvest, which produced wines with more freshness and elegance.
Carlos Alves, head winemaker at Sogevinous said ““The 2021 campaign was defined by the irregular pace of grape maturation, which resulted in low levels of sugar, inducing our winemaking and viticulture teams to work closely with the aim to determine the exact optimum picking dates – an increasingly critical factor in the final quality of the wines. Although this harvest was a difficult one, we are pleased with the wines it's produced and so far I think the wines will stand out for their elegance rather than structure, and they will certainly age beautifully given their natural acidity – both traits that qualify for excellent wines,”
The grapes picked before the period of more intense rain resulted in musts with higher concentrations of both colour and aromas, a contrast to the remaining harvest, which produced wines with more freshness and elegance – and these, according to Carlos Alves, are the traits that define the 2021 harvest.
“Although this harvest was a difficult one, we are pleased with the wines it's produced and so far I think the wines will stand out for their elegance rather than structure, and they will certainly age beautifully given their natural acidity – both traits that qualify for excellent wines,” he added.
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Quevedo, 2021
Vintage Port, Douro
*** 91-93 points- Wine Advocate ***
Announcing the new release of the 2021 Vintage Port from Quevedo - exclusively available in the UK from Vintage Wine and Port.
The Quevedo 2021 Vintage Port was born in the very good 2021 vintage. The weather returned to more normal patterns after a couple of years of drought and extreme heat. as with other Ports from this vintage the Quevedo stands out for its freshness and elegance.
Our notes: The Quevedo 2021 Vintage Port is a field blend of hand-harvested grapes from the family-owned vineyard on the plateau of São João da Pesqueira. The deep purple in colour, there is an engaging nose of ripe black cherries, aniseed and violets. …
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Price: $62.59 USD
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Quevedo, 2021
Claudia's Reserve Red, Douro Wine
*** 89 Points- Wine Advocate ***
Claudia’s Reserve is produced from a careful selection of grapes from our best Quintas. We don’t follow a recipe, the composition will vary from year to year, as we blend what nature gives us. The 2021 red displays the elegant and pure style of Douro, while respecting its wild roots.
Dark cherry in colour, expressive aromas of dark berries combined with notes of wild flowers. The 2020 reserve red has dark fruit flavours like juicy blackberry and ripe plum, rounded out with a touch of spice from oak barrel aging and a long, luxurious finish.
Fermentation:
This blend was created after malolactic fermentation, using the wine from our three vineyards that best fit this profile. …
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Price: $21.24 USD
Stock: 28 in Stock
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Quinta da Devesa, 2021
VIOSINHO SUPERIOR, Douro White Wine
Tasting Notes: Bright, pale golden with elegant and aromatic bouquet, offering citrus and tropical fruit notes, such as lemon zest, green apple, and passionfruit, interwoven with floral hints of white blossom and subtle herbaceous undertones. A delicate mineral edge adds complexity. Fresh and zesty on the palate, with a balanced acidity that gives the wine energy and precision. The citrus and stone fruit flavors carry through, complemented by a touch of salinity and a refined minerality. Medium-bodied with a silky texture and a lingering, crisp finish.
Pairing: Perfect as an aperitif or paired with light dishes such as grilled fish, seafood, salads, or goat cheese. …
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Price: $25.00 USD
Stock: 31 in Stock
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Burmester, 2021
Quinta do Arnozelo Vintage Port, Douro
In Burmester Gift Box
Exclusive to Vintage Wine and Port
***94 Points - Revista de Vinhos***
Burmester have declared a 2021 Quinta Do Arnozelo Vintage Port made from their best grapes from the harvest. In a vintage that was affected by a pandemic and rainfall during harvest, the IWC award winning wine maker Carlos Alves, has worked his magic to produce a wine that has amazing structure, power and intensity yet has the finesse and elegance typical of the vintage.
Tasting Notes
Deep intense ruby with purplish hue. Expressive aromatic profile featuring ripe dark fruits like blackberries, plums, and cherries, with hints of spice, chocolate, and floral notes such as violet. …
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Price: $75.12 USD
Stock: 41 in Stock
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Burmester, 2021
Casa Burmester Reserva White Wine, DOC Douro
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The Casa Burmester Reserva White Wine 2021 from the Douro region of Portugal is a well-regarded white blend featuring the local grapes Viosinho, Gouveio, and Rabigato.
Tasting Notes
Aromas of tropical and ripe yellow fruit with gentle toasted notes and elegant minerality. Medium-bodied with well-integrated oak and a long, lingering finish.
Serving and Food pairing
Serve between 10-12°C. It pairs well with seafood, lean fish, ceviche, smoked salmon and cured meats, making it versatile for various meals.
Burmester is one of the oldest and most respected Port houses in Portugal, founded in 1750 by Henry Burmester and John Nash in the city of Porto. …
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Price: $22.49 USD
Stock: 35 in Stock
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Kopke, 2021
Vintage Port, Douro
Quinta Sao Luiz
*** 93 Points - Revista de Vinhos ***
We are delighted to exclusively offer Kopke 2021 Vintage Port.
Carlos Alves, head winemaker at Sogevinous said ““The 2021 campaign was defined by the irregular pace of grape maturation, which resulted in low levels of sugar, inducing our winemaking and viticulture teams to work closely with the aim to determine the exact optimum picking dates – an increasingly critical factor in the final quality of the wines. Although this harvest was a difficult one, we are pleased with the wines it's produced and so far I think the wines will stand out for their elegance rather than structure, and they will certainly age beautifully given their natural acidity – both traits that qualify for excellent wines, …
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Price: $75.12 USD
Stock: 29 in Stock
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Kopke, 2021
Vintage Port, Douro
MAGNUM- Quinta Sao Luiz
Includes original Kopke Gift Box
We are delighted to exclusively offer Kopke 2021 Vintage Port. note picture shows 75cl bottle for illustration purposes.
Carlos Alves, head winemaker at Sogevinous said ““The 2021 campaign was defined by the irregular pace of grape maturation, which resulted in low levels of sugar, inducing our winemaking and viticulture teams to work closely with the aim to determine the exact optimum picking dates – an increasingly critical factor in the final quality of the wines. Although this harvest was a difficult one, we are pleased with the wines it's produced and so far I think the wines will stand out for their elegance rather than structure, …
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Price: $149.12 USD
Stock: 2 in Stock
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Kopke, 2021
Vintage Port, Douro
MAGNUM- Quinta Sao Luiz in presentation box
We are delighted to exclusively offer Kopke 2021 Vintage Port. note picture shows 75cl bottle for illustration purposes.
Carlos Alves, head winemaker at Sogevinous said ““The 2021 campaign was defined by the irregular pace of grape maturation, which resulted in low levels of sugar, inducing our winemaking and viticulture teams to work closely with the aim to determine the exact optimum picking dates – an increasingly critical factor in the final quality of the wines. Although this harvest was a difficult one, we are pleased with the wines it's produced and so far I think the wines will stand out for their elegance rather than structure, …
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Price: $124.06 USD
Stock: 28 in Stock
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Quinta Das Carvalhas, 2021
Reserva Tinto Red Wine, Douro
The Reserva Tinto Red Wine from Quinta das Carvalhas is a wine produced in the Douro Valley, one of Portugal's most famous wine regions, known for its steep vineyards and high-quality wines.
Tasting Notes
The Quinta das Carvalhas Reserva Red Wine from 2019 presents a beautiful and intense ruby colour, with powerful varietal (60% Touriga Nacional, 20% Touriga Franca, 20% Tinta Roriz.) aromas of mature red fruit successfully integrated with vanilla nuances, from ageing in oak. A very full bodied wine, harmonious and round with flavours of black fruit. A very long and velvety finish crowned by an excellent acidity. …
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Price: $25.00 USD
Stock: 55 in Stock
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Barbera d'Alba, 2021
Massolino - Gisep
Massolino Barbera d'Alba 2021 is a concentrated red wine with a complex bouquet of floral, red fruit and spicy aromas over a balsamic and mineral background. On the palate it is voluminous, velvety and round. A medium to full-bodied wine with silky tannins, noticeable acidity and a long, balsamic finish.
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Price: $41.34 USD
Stock: 15 in Stock
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Comboio do Vesuvio, 2021
Douro, Red Wine
There has been a station on the main line Douro railroad at Quinta do Vesúvio since 1887 and the trains that daily call there are very much part of the property’s day to day life. This railway forms part of Vesúvio’s rich heritage and when the Symington family decided to launch this third dry red wine from the legendary estate, it felt only natural to evoke the propitious coexistence between railway and vineyard. The ‘Comboio do Vesúvio’ (Vesúvio Train) is unoaked to underscore the wine’s youthful, fruit forward profile.
This unoaked wine has pure red fruit aromas and floral notes of rock rose and Mediterranean bush vegetation. …
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Price: $28.76 USD
Stock: 15 in Stock
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Graham's Port, 2021
Graham's Stone Terraces Vintage Port 2021, Douro
Tappit Hen Bottle 2.25 Lt
Graham’s The Stone Terraces 2021 Vintage Port. Quantities and allocations are minuscule and so we are offering them as single bottles. VWP had the honour of tasting this on the steps of THE Graham's Stone Terraces on launch day. It is a stunning port of immense concentration yet with finesse and elegance.
Graham's The Stone Terraces Vintage Port is produced from two low-yielding vineyards of just under 3 hectares laid out on magnificent stone terraces at Quinta dos Malvedos. The Symington family only produce this Vintage Port when these vineyards deliver wines of incomparable elegance and complexity. …
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Price: $1,190.43 USD
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Graham's Port, 2021
Vintage Port, Douro
Graham's Stone Terraces 2021
*** 19/20 - Richard Mayson ***
VWP had the honour of tasting this on the steps of THE Graham's Stone Terraces on launch day. It is a stunning port of immense concentration yet with finesse and elegance.
Graham's The Stone Terraces Vintage Port is produced from two low-yielding vineyards of just under 3 hectares laid out on magnificent stone terraces at Quinta dos Malvedos. The Symington family only produce this Vintage Port when these vineyards deliver wines of incomparable elegance and complexity. Given that the stone terraces are comprised of just a limited number of vines, the quality does not always align with the pattern of classic Vintage Port declarations - as was their assessment for 2021 and they are not producing any classic Vintage Ports from this year. …
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Price: $412.27 USD
Stock: 30 in Stock
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Quinta da Fonte Souto, 2021
Rosé Wine, Alentejo
This is just the second rosé made at Fonte Souto and in 2021 the Aragonez grapes were picked at different times, aiming to achieve a wine with greater balance, with extra dimension and additional layers of aromas and flavours.
Lying on the slopes of the São Mamede Range at an altitude of 500 metres in the Alentejo sub-region of Portalegre, the property benefits from cooler and wetter conditions than the hot Alentejo plain. The Fonte Souto wines express the freshness and elegance provided by the altitude, as well as the structure and complexity from the estate’s extensive collection of mature, low-yielding vines. …
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Price: $25.00 USD
Stock: 1 in Stock
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Quinta da Romeira, 2021
Prova Régia' Bucelas Arinto, Lisboa
Hailing from the small but historic appellation of Bucelas, just 30 kilometres north of Lisbon, this is a dry fresh and zippy 100% Arinto with expressive aromas of green apple, ripe lemon and a marked minerality and white floral perfume and flavour. Quinta Romeira is an old property restored by winemaking giant Sogrape Vinhos.
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Price: $21.24 USD
Stock: 6 in Stock
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Quinta do Noval, 2021
Vintage Port, Douro
Includes FREE Gift Box with Accessories
The 2021 Vintage marks the eleventh consecutive Vintage Port release from Quinta do Noval, in line with their long-held belief that the quality of the vintage, not the market, should be the only determining factor in whether a Vintage Port is made.
Quinta do Noval Vintage Port is characterised by its purity of fruit and a fine, delicate quality that is typical of the wines of the property in general, but which finds its most remarkable and enduring expression in the Vintage Ports.
Equilibrium, harmony, finesse and elegance characterise our great Vintage Ports, which are declared only when we are certain that the year has produced a blend, however small, that is worthy of bearing the name of Quinta do Noval Vintage Port. …
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Price: $124.06 USD
Stock: 19 in Stock
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Quinta do Passadouro, 2021
Vintage Port, Douro
Dark ruby colour. Very fruity and complex, highlighting the fine aroma of ripe black fruits, jam and spices. Round and velvety, full-bodied, polished and velvety tannins provide a good aftertaste.
Grapes are trodden by foot to obtain the must, then they macerate in the lagares, the traditional stone vats from the Quinta, to ensure the best possible extraction of aromas, colour and tannins during fermentation.
Only 555 cases produced.
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Price: $112.72 USD
Stock: 53 in Stock
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Altano, 2021
Douro Organic Red, Symington Family Estates
***Bronze Medal- Deacnter 2023***
This Altano Douro Organic red wine is made entirely from organically farmed grapes of a combination of several traditional Douro grape varieties sourced from the Symington family’s Douro Valley vineyards. Beautifully scented, with floral and ripe red fruit aromas. 6 months in 400 and 225 litre French oak.
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Price: $15.65 USD
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Quinta da Fonte Souto, 2021
White Wine, DOC Alentejo
Special offer | was £16.95 | Now £13.95
Lying on the slopes of the São Mamede Range at an altitude of 500 metres in the Alentejo sub-region of Portalegre, the property benefits from cooler and wetter conditions than the hot Alentejo plain. The Fonte Souto wines express the freshness and elegance provided by the altitude, as well as the structure and complexity from the estate’s extensive collection of mature, low-yielding vines.
The Fonte Souto Estate white wine embodies all the strengths of the property’s unique terroir: the freshness and balance afforded by the altitude; the concentration, which derives from mature, low-yielding vines, and the complexity and structure provided by the barrel fermentation sur-lie (on the lees) with bâtonnage. …
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Price: $17.48 USD
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