Personalised Vintage Wine & Port Tongs

Effortlessly open delicate vintage ports with vertical port tongs. Simply heat the tongs, secure them around the bottle neck, and then cool with a damp cloth to achieve a smooth, clean break. This technique offers both a functional and dramatic solution for removing fragile corks, making it ideal for port and other still wines. Made to order.

United Kingdom

Speyside 30 Years Old 1989 (cask 4555) - The Artful Dodger Whisky

Some terrifically old Speyside blended malt here. The teaspooned Scotch whisky was made from distillates produced in 1989 and then matured for three decades in a bourbon cask before being independently bottled by The Artful Dodger. Expect rich vanilla, spice, and well-integrated oak notes here, alongside fruity Speyside character.

Scotland

Château Prieuré-Lichine Margaux (Grand Cru Classé) 1989

The 1989 vintage of Château Prieuré-Lichine is often described as a wine of great harmony and sophistication. On the nose, it offers a rich bouquet of dark fruit aromas such as blackberries, plums, and black cherries, complemented by subtle floral notes and a hint of cedarwood. There are also earthy undertones, with nuances of tobacco, leather, and truffle, which become more pronounced as the wine ages.

France

Grape Blend

Mouton Cadet Baron Philippe 1983

The 1983 Mouton Cadet Baron Philippe offers a refined and mature profile. On the nose, it reveals complex aromas of dried fruits, tobacco, and earthy notes. The palate is smooth, with soft tannins and flavors of blackcurrant and plum, accented by hints of cedar and spice. The wine's acidity is balanced, providing freshness, while the finish is long with lingering tobacco notes. This Bordeaux shows the elegance and depth that comes with age, making it a fine choice for those who enjoy mature wines.

France

Bordeaux

Montalba Le Chateau, 1980

The palate is well-structured and refined, with soft, velvety tannins that have mellowed over the years. The fruit flavors, which once might have been fresh and vibrant, are now more preserved, expressing themselves as dried cherries, blackberries, and plums, with layers of fig and prune.

France

Grape Blend

Rioja Siglo 1985

Rioja Siglo 1985 offers a rich profile of ripe dark fruits, dried fig, and leather, complemented by subtle vanilla and spice from oak aging. The smooth, velvety tannins provide a refined mouthfeel, while balanced acidity keeps the wine lively. Earthy notes of tobacco and herbs linger on the long finish. It’s a complex, elegant expression of Rioja’s aging potential.

Spain

Grape Blend

Dingac 1984

The 1984 Dingač offers a rich and complex tasting experience with deep, dark fruit flavors like blackberries and plums, complemented by earthy, smoky, and dried fruit notes from aging. Full-bodied with well-integrated tannins, it has a vibrant acidity that balances its bold character. Over time, the wine has developed layers of tobacco, leather, and subtle Mediterranean herbs, showcasing the depth and craftsmanship of the Dingač region. The finish is long and persistent, making it a memorable and refined wine with excellent aging potential.

France

Grape Blend

Louis Roque La Vieille Prune Aged Plum Brandy

Louis Roque La Vieille Prune is an exceptional aged plum brandy that embodies the rich traditions of French distillation from Gascony, a region renowned for its high-quality spirits and Armagnac production.

Taylor's Late bottled Vintage Port 1986

The Taylor's 1984 LBV typically features a rich, dark color, often deep ruby or garnet. On the nose, expect aromas of ripe red fruit, such as blackberries and plums, alongside rich, spicy notes of dark chocolate, leather, and a hint of nutmeg or cinnamon. These aromatic complexities reflect the balance of fruit and the influence of oak aging.

Portugal

Port Blend

Taylor's Late bottled Vintage Port 1984

The Taylor's 1984 LBV typically features a rich, dark color, often deep ruby or garnet. On the nose, expect aromas of ripe red fruit, such as blackberries and plums, alongside rich, spicy notes of dark chocolate, leather, and a hint of nutmeg or cinnamon. These aromatic complexities reflect the balance of fruit and the influence of oak aging.

Portugal

Port Blend

Sandeman 20 Years Old Bottled in 1989

A 20-year-old port typically offers a remarkable depth of flavor that evolves with age. The Sandeman 20 Years Old, bottled in 1989, is likely to have developed a rich bouquet of dark fruits such as blackberries, plums, and raisins, complemented by subtle notes of chocolate, spice, and a hint of leather. Over the years, it would have gained complexity, with a smooth, velvety texture and a balanced sweetness that harmonizes with the wine’s natural acidity. The aging process also imparts a smooth, warming finish with a lingering aftertaste, offering an ideal combination of intensity and elegance.

Portugal

Port Blend

Leoville Poyferre 1983

The 1983 Léoville Poyferré is likely to be a wine with elegance and maturity. While the fruit intensity has softened with age, it’s been replaced by a range of tertiary flavors that provide depth and complexity. The wine will reflect the power and structure typical of wines from Saint-Julien, but with the added charm and refinement of a vintage that has been allowed to evolve over decades.

France

Cabernet sauvignon

Graham's 1987 Late bottled Vintage

Graham's 1987 LBV typically displays deep, rich colors, often a vibrant ruby or garnet, indicative of its age and maturity. On the nose, you can expect an aromatic bouquet of ripe dark fruits, such as blackberries, plums, and cherries, which are complemented by layers of spice, cocoa, and a hint of leather or tobacco. The influence of the oak aging becomes evident with subtle notes of vanilla and a mild, warming nuttiness. 1 L

Portugal

Port Blend

Glenfiddich Pure Single Malt Scotch Whisky Vintage Clan Kennedy 1980s

Glenfiddich Special Reserve Single Malt Scotch whisky. Clans of the Highlands of Scotland - Kennedy. Comes with 'A Brief History of the Clan Kennedy' leaflet. Bottled in the 1980's.

Scotland

Château Prieuré-Lichine Margaux (Grand Cru Classé) 1989

The 1989 vintage of Château Prieuré-Lichine is often described as a wine of great harmony and sophistication. On the nose, it offers a rich bouquet of dark fruit aromas such as blackberries, plums, and black cherries, complemented by subtle floral notes and a hint of cedarwood. There are also earthy undertones, with nuances of tobacco, leather, and truffle, which become more pronounced as the wine ages.

France

Grape Blend

Château Prieuré-Lichine Margaux (Grand Cru Classé) 1989

The 1989 vintage of Château Prieuré-Lichine is often described as a wine of great harmony and sophistication. On the nose, it offers a rich bouquet of dark fruit aromas such as blackberries, plums, and black cherries, complemented by subtle floral notes and a hint of cedarwood. There are also earthy undertones, with nuances of tobacco, leather, and truffle, which become more pronounced as the wine ages.

France

Grape Blend