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Sam Kim5 points
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Michael Cooper4.5 points
- Variety Grenache
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Le Versant
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Rose
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Le Versant 'Vin De Pays D'Oc' Rose 2018"Made by the best co-operative producer in France, and imported exclusively by..."$24.99 -
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- Variety Rose Blend
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Long Way Home
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Rose
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Long Way Home Rose 2021"Previous vintage 2020 was the WINNER; Gold Medal, Adelaide Wine Show 2020 ..."$17.00 -
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James Moleswort92 points
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Jeb Dunnuck91 points
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Wine Enthusiast90 points
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James Suckling90 points
- Variety Touriga Nacional
- Vintage NV
- Brand Quinta do Noval
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Fortified
- Alcohol Percentage 19.6% Alcohol
Quinta Do Noval Tawny NV"Noval's Tawny Port is an elegant, fleshy wine with good richness and a fresh,..."$44.99 -
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- Variety Grenache Blend
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Cellier des Princes
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Rose
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
A L'Ombre Des Parasols Vaucluse Rose 2019"Sourced from the warm and sunny Vaucluse region of the South of France, renow..."$14.99 -
- Variety Rose Blend
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Adelina Wines
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Rose
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Adelina Dolcetto Barbera Rosato 2019"WINEMAKING: Fruit is hand-picked, destemmed and crushed before being filled i..."$26.99 -
- Variety Grenache Blend
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Aix
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Rose
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Aix Provence Rose 2018"AIX cemented its pedigree, when it was awarded the gold medal to become the m..."$29.99 -
- Variety Grenache Blend
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Aix
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Rose
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Aix Provence Rose 2020"AIX cemented its pedigree, when it was awarded the gold medal to become the m..."$24.99 -
- Variety Grenache Blend
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Aix
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Rose
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Aix Provence Rose 2021"AIX cemented its pedigree, when it was awarded the gold medal to become the m..."$29.99 -
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage NV
- Brand All Saints Estate
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Fortified
- Alcohol Percentage 18.0% Alcohol
All Saints The Keep Tawny Port Nv"A tawny colour with a hint of red. The aroma is a mix of ripe berry fruit and..."$18.99 -
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James Halliday88 points
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 2009
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Rose
AMADIO ROSE 2009$15.00 -
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- Variety Rose Blend
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Bella Ridge
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Rose
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Bella Ridge Rosé 2017"Bella Ridge Estate is a family owned and operated vineyard and boutique winer..."$29.99 -
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Bertaine et Fils
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Rose
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Bertaine Et Fils Rose 2018"Made solely from Syrah that is completely whole bunch fermented with a short..."$17.00 -
- Variety Grenache
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Bondar Wines
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Rose
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Bondar Grenache Rosé 2020"Take this fantastic Rosé from McLaren Vale outfit, Bondar. The fruit is picke..."$23.99 -
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Tyson Stelzer94 points
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James Halliday92 points
- Variety Muscat
- Vintage NV
- Brand Campbell's Wines
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Fortified
- Alcohol Percentage 17.5% Alcohol
Campbells Classic Rutherglen Muscat NV 500ML"One of the great wine bargains of the world, and one of the most unique Austr..."$44.99 -
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- Variety Rose Blend
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Chalmers
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Rose
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Chalmers Wines Rosato 2018"The Chalmers Rosato is made from mostly Aglianico with a splash of Nero d’Avo..."$23.99 -
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James Halliday95 points
- Variety Muscat
- Vintage NV
- Brand Chambers
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Fortified
- Alcohol Percentage 17.5% Alcohol
Chambers 'Grand' Rutherglen Muscat Nv 375Ml"One of the great wine bargains of the world, and one of the most unique Austr..."$74.99 -
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- Variety Mourvedre/Cinsault
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Château de Pibarnon
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Rose
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Chateau De Pibarnon 'Bandol Rose' 2016"The wine has always been a distinctive Mourvedre and Cinsault blend with the ..."$69.99 -
- Variety Mourvedre/Cinsault
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Château de Pibarnon
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Rose
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Chateau De Pibarnon 'Bandol Rose' 2018"The wine has always been a distinctive Mourvedre and Cinsault blend with the ..."$72.00 -
- Variety Mourvedre/Cinsault
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Château de Pibarnon
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Rose
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Chateau De Pibarnon 'Bandol Rose' 2020"The wine has always been a distinctive Mourvedre and Cinsault blend with the ..."$75.00 -
- Variety Mourvedre/Cinsault
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Château de Pibarnon
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Rose
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Chateau De Pibarnon 'Nuances' Bandol Rose 2018"Organic. Nuances is a 100% Mourvèdre micro-cuvée, crafted from specific low-y..."$90.00
Fortified Wine
Fortified wine is a type of wine that has had a distilled spirit, such as brandy, added to it. The process of fortification increases the alcohol content of the wine and gives it a unique flavor and aroma. Some popular types of fortified wine include Sherry, Port, Madeira, Marsala, and Vermouth, read on for more of an explaination of these types:
- Sherry is a fortified wine that is produced in the Jerez region of Spain. It is made from a blend of white grapes, such as Palomino, and is aged in barrels using a unique aging method called "solera." Sherry can range in style from dry to sweet and can have nutty and caramelized flavors.
- Port is a fortified wine that is produced in the Douro Valley region of Portugal. It is made from a blend of red grapes, such as Touriga Nacional, and is aged in barrels. Port is known for its rich, fruity flavor and can range in sweetness from dry to very sweet.
- Madeira is a fortified wine that is produced in the Madeira Islands of Portugal. It is made from a blend of white grapes, such as Sercial, and is aged in barrels using a unique aging method called "estufagem." Madeira has a rich and nutty flavor and can range in sweetness from dry to very sweet.
- Marsala is a fortified wine that is produced in the Marsala region of Italy. It is made from a blend of white or red grapes and is aged in barrels. Marsala has a rich and sweet flavor and is often used in cooking.
- Vermouth is a fortified wine that is flavored with botanicals, such as herbs, spices and roots. It is produced in many countries, and it can be dry or sweet. It is usually consumed as an aperitif or cocktail ingredient.
To make fortified wine, a distilled spirit, such as brandy, is added to the wine while it is still fermenting. This stops the fermentation process and increases the alcohol content of the wine. The wine is then aged in barrels, which can give it a unique flavor and aroma. Fortified wines typically have an alcohol content of around 18-22%, which is higher than most table wines which usually range between 11-14%.
The taste of fortified wine can vary depending on the type and the aging process. Sherry, for example, can range from dry to sweet and nutty, while Port can be rich and fruity with a slightly sweet taste. Fortified wines can be enjoyed as aperitifs, after-dinner drinks or paired with desserts.
Some fortified wines have a long history and traditional production methods, such as Sherry and Port, while others like Vermouth, have become more popular in recent years as a cocktail ingredient.