{"title":"Fortified Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eFortified wines are some of the most complex, characterful and misunderstood bottles in the world of wine. Made by adding a neutral grape spirit during or after fermentation to preserve sweetness and boost alcohol, they span an extraordinary range of styles and flavours. Rich, velvety \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/port\" title=\"Port wines\"\u003ePort\u003c\/a\u003e from the dramatic terraces of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/douro\" title=\"Douro wines\"\u003eDouro Valley\u003c\/a\u003e, aromatic and herbaceous \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vermouth\" title=\"Vermouth wines\"\u003eVermouth\u003c\/a\u003e from the sun-drenched vineyards of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rioja\" title=\"Rioja wines\"\u003eRioja\u003c\/a\u003e, and everything in between. Whether you are enjoying a glass before dinner, pairing with cheese and chocolate or simply exploring something new, fortified wines offer some of the most rewarding and distinctive drinking experiences you will find.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ferreira-dona-antonia-10-year-white-port-375cl","title":"Ferreira, 'Dona Antonia' 10 Year Tawny White Port 37.5cl","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product__inner\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cp__highlight\"\u003eThis rare and unique white port is the only after dinner wine you need to have, with or without cheese. White grapes aged through the tawny port process result in this unique 10-Year-Old White Port with intense aromas of dried citrus peel, nuts, caramel and baking spices. A blend of white Ports aged oxidatively for between 8 to 15 years in the Ferreira cellars, this perfectly marries elegance with magic to produce this star of the Ferreira Port house. Ferreira is the oldest Portuguese Port house and remains the leader in the domestic market, established in 1751. It was under the leadership of Dona Antónia Adelaide Ferreira, one of the formidable widows of the world of wine, that the company became the force it is today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Liberty Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42037006991420,"sku":"RA-3-4, D-4-6","price":22.2,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/2727\/7116\/files\/Product_Images_1_1_12bc70e7-667d-4f56-9d26-9fdcf6e3b7fc.jpg?v=1757601754"},{"product_id":"porto-niepoort-the-senior-reserve-port","title":"Porto Niepoort, The Senior Port, Tawny Reserve (In Gift Box)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product__inner\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Senior Port is a masterful blend of flavours and aromas. Each sip unveils layers of dried fruits, toasted nuts, and exotic spices, all embraced by a luxuriously smooth texture that lingers pleasantly on the palate. It’s an experience akin to stepping back in time, with each taste offering a new dimension of depth and intrigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat truly distinguishes The Senior Port is its maturity and character. Aged to perfection in oak casks, it has developed a richness and complexity that only time can bestow. This is a port that commands reverence, inviting you to savour and appreciate every nuanced note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"WineMason","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53631053103489,"sku":"B-3-10","price":29.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/2727\/7116\/files\/Sicily_Premium.jpg?v=1757601430"},{"product_id":"lacuesta-vermouth-seco-blanco-spain","title":"Lacuesta Vermouth Seco Blanco, Spain","description":"\u003cp\u003eMartinez Lacuesta Blanco Vermouth is one of those bottles that completely changes people’s perception of vermouth. Intensely fragrant, floral and herbaceous, it layers citrus peel, alpine herbs, white blossom and warming spice over a rich yet beautifully balanced palate. Made from a neutral white wine base infused with 24 natural herbs and botanicals, this Spanish white vermouth has a silky texture and a long, aromatic finish, with the 95 grams of residual sugar bringing richness without becoming cloying. Served ice cold over ice with a slice of lemon or alongside salty snacks, it is vibrant, elegant and incredibly moreish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMartinez Lacuesta has been producing vermouth in Rioja since 1937, with the origins of the recipe linked to the difficult years surrounding the Spanish Civil War. The Lacuesta family acquired the original formula through local connections and began refining it in Haro, where it quickly became part of the aperitivo culture of Northern Spain.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vinostito","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55730139431297,"sku":"RE-1-6-B, D-4-2","price":19.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/2727\/7116\/files\/LacuestaVermouthSecoBlanco_Spain.png?v=1779890748"},{"product_id":"lacuesta-vermouth-rosso-reserva-spain","title":"Lacuesta Vermouth Rosso Reserva, Spain","description":"\u003cp\u003eMartinez Lacuesta Reserva Vermouth is a richer, deeper and more layered style of Spanish vermouth, with the key difference between the Blanco and the Reserva being the addition of caramel, which brings colour, warmth and a more bittersweet profile. Aged for seven months in seasoned French oak barrels, this vermouth is smoother, spicier and more savoury, with notes of dried orange peel, baking spice, cola nut, herbs and roasted nuts unfolding across the palate. The oak ageing softens the texture beautifully, giving the wine a silky, rounded feel balanced by gentle bitterness and freshness on the finish. Served over ice with an orange slice, it is the perfect aperitif for lovers of Negronis, amaro or classic European aperitivo culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMartinez Lacuesta has been producing vermouth in Rioja since 1937, with the origins of the recipe linked to the difficult years surrounding the Spanish Civil War. 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Full-bodied yet wonderfully fresh, the velvety tannins and long, warming finish make this a superb Port to enjoy with blue cheese, chocolate desserts or simply by the fire after dinner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1751, Ferreira is one of Portugal's most historic and respected Port houses, renowned for producing exceptional wines from the spectacular Douro Valley. Unlike many famous Port producers, Ferreira has always remained proudly Portuguese, with a deep connection to the vineyards and traditions of the region. Their Late Bottled Vintage Port is made from a single outstanding harvest and matured for several years in oak before bottling, offering the depth and complexity of Vintage Port with the benefit of being ready to drink on release. 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