'Fortified' wines have a distilled spirit (normally brandy) added either during or after fermentation. Originally fortifying wines was a way of preserving them, but distinct styles like Sherry (Jerez), Madeira, Manzanilla, Vermouth and Port developed into popular and rather sophisticated drinks.
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Tawny Ports are wines made from grapes that are aged in wooden barrels, exposing them to gradual oxidation and evaporation. As a result, they gradually mellow to a golden brown colour
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Deep toffee with golden hues. Complex mocha and aged rancio notes on the nose. Luscious with complex nut and aged rancio flavours and firm drying finish.
$52.95
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Juicy as hell with no brandy burn like some of its lesser quality compatriates. A nice sipper best tried with chocolate mousse with summer berries in the mix.
$26.95
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Deep ruby colour. The elegant and stylish nose combines fresh, intense blackcurrant and cherry aromas with subtle notes of liquorice and spice. On the palate the rich and concentrated black fruit flavour is supported by firm but well integrated tannins. True to the Taylor’s style the wine shows great balance and finesse.
$55.95
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Ruby Port is the most extensively produced type of port. After fermentation it is stored in tanks made of concrete or stainless steel to prevent oxidative aging, and preserve its rich claret colour.
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In the 20 Year Old tawny, the fruit has mellowed further than in the 10 Year Old, and the spicy, nutty aromas of ageing are more powerful and intense.
$116.95
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Taylor’s 10 Year Old Tawny is a superb example of the aged tawny style. Mellow and elegant, combining delicate wood notes with rich aromas of mature fruit, it is bottled for immediate drinking.
$70.95
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Made in the South of France, with a base wine made from local grape varieties Picpoul and Clairette, Noilly Prat is considered by many to be the only vermouth to mix into your martini.
$40.95
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This Medium-Dry Vermouth is made with a base of Ugni Blanc wine, flavoured with 33 different herbs and spices. Well balanced with bitter-sweet mid palate and aromatic citrus-like finish.
$30.95
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This Dry Vermouth is made with a base of Ugni Blanc wine, flavoured with 33 different herbs and spices. Restrained and elegant, with a complex bitterness making this a fantastic vermouth for a Gin-Martini.
$30.95
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Dolin Red Vermouth, while being technically a sweet vermouth, the sweetness is not overly cloying or sticky. With a base of red wine flavoured with herbs and spices giving real depth and complexity.
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From the Portuguese Island of Madeira comes this dark, luscious, and fragrant fortified wine. A perfect accompaniment for strong cheese, rich puddings or chocolate.
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