Vegan & Vegetarian Wine, Port & Fortified Wine
For wine lovers who follow a vegan lifestyle, the search for ethical and cruelty-free options can extend to all aspects of their culinary experiences, including the world of fortified wines. Luckily, there's a delightful solution for those craving a luxurious and indulgent experience without compromising their values.
Vegan port wine shares all the hallmarks of traditional port but is produced without the use of any animal-derived products. Many winemaking processes involve fining agents or additives such as gelatin, casein, or egg whites, which are used to clarify and stabilise the wine. However, vegan port wine producers employ alternative methods to achieve the desired clarity and stability, utilising plant-based fining agents like bentonite clay or vegetable proteins. This ensures that no animal by-products are used throughout the production process, making it a suitable choice for vegans and those who prefer cruelty-free products.
The flavours and aromas of vegan fortified wine are a testament to the artistry and expertise of the winemakers. Depending on the style, you can expect to encounter a wide range of tasting notes, including rich plum, blackberry, cherry, dark chocolate, nutty undertones, and sometimes even hints of spices like cinnamon and cloves. Vegan fortified wines are available in various styles, including Ruby Port, Tawny Port, Late Bottled Vintage (LBV) Port, and Vintage Port, each offering a unique experience.
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Taylors Vintage Port 2007 75cl
Taylors Vintage Port 2007 75cl
Taylors Vintage Port 2007 Widely regarded as one of the standout wines of the vintage, combining the house’s signature finesse with remarkable dept...
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Chalice Traditional Mead 35cl
Chalice Traditional Mead 35cl
Chalice Traditional Mead This traditional mead celebrates pure golden honey, capturing the warmth and richness of summer in every sip. Smooth, natu...
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Kopke Colheita Port 2001 75cl
Kopke Colheita Port 2001 75cl
Kopke Colheita Port 2001 A single-harvest tawny Port matured in oak casks for extended ageing, developing layered complexity, refined structure and...
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Fonseca Vintage Port 1992 75cl
Fonseca Vintage Port 1992 75cl
Fonseca Vintage Port 1992 A quietly outstanding vintage from Fonseca, this 1992 Port has matured into a beautifully expressive wine, now showing it...
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Chateau Ramon Monbazillac 2022 75cl
Chateau Ramon Monbazillac 2022 75cl
Chateau Ramon Monbazillac Monbazillac is a renowned AOC in southwest France, set on the sun-drenched hillsides south of the Dordogne River near the...
View full detailsGraham's Aged Tawny Port Selection Gift Pack 3x20cl
Graham's Aged Tawny Port Selection Gift Pack Discover the depth of Graham’s tawnies with this gift pack, a perfect introduction to the elegance of ...
View full detailsKopke 20 Year Old Tawny Port 2 Glass Gift Set 75cl
Kopke 20 Year Old Tawny Port Gift Set A mature, oak-aged tawny Port from one of the Douro Valley’s oldest producers. Extended cask ageing delivers ...
View full detailsTaylors LBV Port 2018 Magnum In Wooden Gift Box 150cl
Taylors LBV Port 2018 Magnum in Wooden Gift Box This magnum combines the pedigree of Taylor’s renowned Vintage Ports with an approachable, ready-to...
View full detailsQuinta De La Rosa 20 Year Old Tawny Port 50cl
Light tawny colour. Expect flavours of powerful dried fruit, including apricot and figs, along with honey, almonds and orange peel. Blend of touri...
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Kopke Colheita Port 2002 75cl
Kopke Colheita Port 2002 75cl
Kopke Colheita Port 2002 A refined single-harvest Port, aged for extended periods in oak casks to develop depth, elegance and complexity. As a Colh...
View full detailsPellegrino Marsala Uncle Joseph Rubino Superiore 75cl
Pellegrino Marsala Uncle Joseph Rubino Superiore Produced on the sun-soaked island of Sicily, this red-style Marsala celebrates Joseph Pellegrino, ...
View full detailsFonseca Bin 27 Premium Reserve Port 75cl
Opens with vibrant black‑fruit aromas of blackberry, cassis and dark cherry, lifted by a gentle hint of spice. The palate is generous and rounded,...
View full detailsKopke 10 Year Old Tawny Port Decanter In Gift Box 75cl
Kopke 10 Year Old Tawny Port Decanter A limited-edition collector’s release, presented in a luxurious gift box. Each decanter is hand-painted by sk...
View full detailsKopke Port Miniature Collection Gift Pack 6x5cl
Kopke Port Miniature Collection Gift Pack This expertly curated port wine gift set comes from Kopke, one of the oldest port houses in the world. Th...
View full detailsQuinta Do Noval 20 Year Old Tawny Port 75cl
Quinta Do Noval 20 Year Old Tawny Port This Port represents one of the most refined expressions of aged tawny from this historic Douro estate. Buil...
View full detailsLancashire Mead Company Valhalla's Mead 70cl
Lancashire Mead Company Valhalla's Mead Step into the majestic hall of the gods with Valhalla’s Mead, inspired by the Norse resting place of warrio...
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Sandeman Unfiltered LBV Port 2020 75cl
Sandeman Unfiltered LBV Port 2020 75cl
Sandeman Unfiltered LBV Port This exceptional Late Bottled Vintage (LBV) Port from Sandeman is crafted using only the finest grapes from the Douro ...
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Taylors Chip Dry White Port 70cl
Taylors Chip Dry White Port 70cl
Taylors Chip Dry White Port A pioneering style of white Port first introduced by Taylor’s in 1934, Chip Dry is crafted to be exceptionally crisp an...
View full detailsQuinta De La Rosa 10 Year Old Tawny Port 50cl
Quinta De La Rosa 10 Year Old Tawny Port A family favourite - named after the famous ‘Tonel 12’ barrel in which the family used to keep their aged ...
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Chalice Blueberry Mead 35cl
Chalice Blueberry Mead 35cl
Chalice Blueberry Mead This mead brings together the natural sweetness of golden honey with the vibrant, juicy character of ripe blueberries. The r...
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Chalice Caramel Mead 35cl
Chalice Caramel Mead 35cl
Chalice Caramel Mead This mead offers a decadent twist on tradition, uniting golden honey with rich, buttery caramel to create a luxuriously smooth...
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Chalice Rhubarb Mead 35cl
Chalice Rhubarb Mead 35cl
Chalice Rhubarb Mead Rhubarb mead blends the natural sweetness of honey with the tangy, fruity sharpness of rhubarb, creating a vibrant and refresh...
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Kopke Colheita Port 2008 75cl
Kopke Colheita Port 2008 75cl
Kopke Colheita Port 2008 A single‑harvest tawny Port from the world’s oldest Port house. Aged in seasoned oak barrels for well over a decade, it re...
View full detailsRamos Pinto Collector Reserva Ruby Port 75cl
Ramos Pinto Collector Reserva Ruby Port A richly styled reserve expression that highlights the house’s expertise in traditional Douro winemaking. A...
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