James Halliday – "Deep olive brown; dense spice, plum pudding and raisin aromas; utterly exceptional intensity and length; altogether in another dimension; while based upon some very old wine, is as fresh as a daisy". 100 points, James Halliday, March 2019.
Robert Parker/Wine Advocate – Very rich aroma, combining dry fruit and cigar notes. Very fresh, round, liquorish and velvety on the mouth. Has a satin final.
Wine Enthusiast – Haag’s value entry-level Riesling shares the same smoky, seductive spice and earth tones of the producer’s more expensive single-vineyard bottlings, but with an immediately approachable fruitiness and zeal. Just a shade off-dry, it’s packed with thirst-quenching white grapefruit and peachy goodness anchored by a firm, mineral undertone. Best now–2023.
James Suckling – Did you say pasta carbonara? Where is the tomato salad? This riesling is such a joyful wine with a ton of white peaches and a dry enough balance. Such a refreshing finish.
Robert Parker/Wine Advocate – The 2019 Riesling is pure, bright and crystal-clear on the precise, floral and finessed nose. Round and juicy on the palate, this is a very delicate and stimulating Riesling in the off-dry style. The wine has enormous grip, and you won't stop longing for it. Absolutely fabulous! 11% alcohol. Tasted from AP 1 20 in April 2020.
James Halliday – JAMES HALLIDAY- A shift to older wines: older base average and longer time in wood than the generic regional expression. A mahogany hue. Date, dried fig and the whiff of the Moroccan souk coming into play: dried apricot, ginger, cardamon and turmeric. This tier is stellar value, offering an opportunity to explore among the finest fortifieds in the country before yelping. (Ned Goodwin)
Wine Spectator – Dry, elegant and light-bodied, with hints of date, toasted hazelnut, singed parchment paper and Earl Grey tea. Delivers a high-toned, persistent finish.
Decanter – Pretty aromatic freshness on the nose with floral notes. Laudable balance of sweetness and freshness with a good weight of fruit, lively acidity and a long, refreshing finish. Lovely wine!
Dessert wines, Sherry, and Port are rich, fortified wines known for their intense flavors and sweetness, making them ideal for consumption at the end of a meal. Dessert wines can be crafted from a variety of grapes that are often left on the vine to overripen, resulting in a higher sugar content. Sherry, originating from the Jerez region of Spain, is produced in various styles ranging from dry to sweet, using a unique aging process that involves a layer of yeast called flor. Port wine, hailing from the Douro Valley in Portugal, is typically richer and sweeter, often enjoyed with cheeses or chocolate-based desserts. These wines are not just beverages but are traditional expressions of their regions, crafted with age-old methods that enhance their complex flavor profiles and aromatic intensity.
Dessert, Sherry, and Port wines are a category of fortified and sweet wines designed for sipping after a meal or with dessert. Dessert wines encompass a range of sweet wines, often made from grapes that are allowed to ripen longer on the vine to develop higher sugar levels. Some dessert wines are also produced by stopping fermentation early, which leaves residual sugars in the wine, or by using grapes affected by noble rot, which concentrates their sugars. Sherry is a fortified wine from the Jerez region of southern Spain, known for its distinctive production involving a solera system where wines of different ages are blended over many years. Sherries can range widely in style from very dry (Fino, Manzanilla) to richly sweet (Pedro Ximénez, Cream). Port is a fortified wine from the Douro Valley in Portugal, typically sweeter and richer, often enjoyed as a digestif. Port wine is made by adding grape spirit to halt fermentation and preserve some residual sugar, which gives Port its characteristic sweetness and robustness.
The best regions for producing these wines are renowned globally: Port wine is exclusively from the Douro Valley in northern Portugal, a region with steep terraced vineyards along the Douro River, ideal for the cultivation of Port wine grapes. Sherry is produced in the Jerez region in Andalusia, Spain. The unique climatic conditions of this region, characterized by hot summers and mild winters, contribute to the distinctive qualities of Sherry wines. Dessert wines come from various regions, including Sauternes in France, where the moist conditions favor the development of noble rot; the Tokaji region in Hungary, known for its Tokaji Aszú; and the Mosel region in Germany, famous for its late-harvest Rieslings.
Among the most celebrated: Château d'Yquem from Sauternes, famous for its complexity and longevity. Graham's Vintage Port, known for its rich, robust texture and immense depth of flavor. Gonzalez Byass’s Tio Pepe, a very popular dry Sherry with crisp and almond-like flavors. Sandeman’s Fine Rich Madeira, a popular choice for those enjoying the caramelized flavors of Madeira wine.
For value, consider: Dow's Late Bottled Vintage Port, which offers the richness of a traditional vintage Port at a fraction of the price. Lustau “Solera Reserva” Dry Amontillado Sherry, providing excellent quality for its price and a true taste of classic Sherry. Blandy's Duke of Clarence Rich Madeira, another excellent example of quality Madeira accessible at a reasonable price. These wines demonstrate that enjoying fine fortified and dessert wines doesn't always require a high investment, making them more accessible for casual enjoyment or special occasions.
We aim to have all wines be vintage specific. In the case the listed vintage is out of stock and you note you would like that particular vintage, we will inform you via email for approval to go ahead.
Delivery Times
To be able to supply such a unique & extensive range of boutique wines, we don't hold much of the inventory. So with us, there is the added step of receiving the wine from our local suppliers before it is dispatched to you. Most orders are dispatched within 3-6 working days.
Quality Guarantee
Replacement or refund offered if bottles are faulty or damaged. All our deliveries are insured against loss, however you must notify us in a reasonable amount of time.
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If you would like to include a gift message with your order, please enter that in the order instructions section. We'll print your message in a lovely font on A5 paper. We also won't include the invoice. Tracking will be sent to the email on file.
We aim to have all wines be vintage specific. In the case the listed vintage is out of stock and you note you would like that particular vintage, we will inform you via email for approval to go ahead.
To be able to supply such a unique & extensive range of boutique wines, we don't hold much of the inventory. So with us, there is the added step of receiving the wine from our local suppliers before it is dispatched to you. Most orders are dispatched within 3-6 working days.
Replacement or refund offered if bottles are faulty or damaged. All our deliveries are insured against loss, however you must notify us in a reasonable amount of time.
If you would like to include a gift message with your order, please enter that in the order instructions section. We'll print your message in a lovely font on A5 paper. We also won't include the invoice. Tracking will be sent to the email on file.