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Verdelho Madeira, 10 years old.

The 2013 is another excellent LBV from Taylors. Plummy jam and hints of blackcurrant on the nose, with a rich palate of dark cherry and stewed fruits.

A Californian Port made primarily from Tinta Roriz. A blend with an average age of 5 years, this is a younger, fresher style Port on release but matures more quickly giving it a light, prune character with chocolate notes balanced perfectly with fresh, red fruit.

Sercial Madeira, 10 years old.

This is a full, dry Olorosso from the excellent house of Barbadillo. Try with nuts and an armchair.

Full in colour with a richness and big depth of fruit. The tannins are softening, to be sure, but there is still lots of body and power that will allow it to improve for many years.

A superb and delicious aged Manzanilla from the Pastrana vineyard in the Mirflores district. Bone dry with rich yeast and nut characteristics.

Malmsey Madeira, 10 Years Old.

From the excellent Krohn Stable, this is a very high quality Reserva Port with spicy, plummy, roasted fruits.The Port is aged for 2 years in 547 litre oak barrels (the traditional 'pipe') and large vats. Bottled unfiltered.

Superb value to be had from the Carneiro family. A blend of Touriga Nacional and Touriga Fransesca. Plummy fruit and soft tannins.