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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Chalice Blueberry Mead 35cl
Chalice Blueberry Mead 35cl
Chalice Blueberry Mead This mead combines traditional fermented honey with the vibrant flavour of ripe blueberries, creating a smooth and refreshin...
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Chalice Caramel Mead 35cl
Chalice Caramel Mead 35cl
Chalice Caramel Mead A decadent twist to traditional mead by combining golden honey with rich, buttery caramel flavours. Smooth, sweet and luxuriou...
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Chalice Rhubarb Mead 35cl
Chalice Rhubarb Mead 35cl
Chalice Rhubarb Mead This mead brings together the natural sweetness of golden honey with the vibrant tartness of rhubarb, creating a refreshing an...
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Kopke Colheita 1999 Vintage Port 75cl
Kopke Colheita 1999 Vintage Port 75cl
Kopke Colheita 1999 Vintage Port A beautifully matured single-harvest Port aged for more than two decades in oak casks. This extended maturation cr...
View full detailsQuinta Do Noval Extra Dry White Port 75cl
Quinta Do Noval Extra Dry White Port A refined and refreshing expression of white Port, Quinta do Noval Extra Dry is crafted to highlight freshness...
View full detailsFonseca Bin 27 Port Miniature 5cl
Fonseca Bin 27 Port Miniature This miniature showcases a deep, youthful ruby colour. Perfect for parties, events, or tasting experiences. Known for...
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Buitenverwachting 1769 Muscat 2024 50cl
Buitenverwachting 1769 Muscat 2024 50cl
Buitenverwachting 1769 Muscat A limited-release noble late harvest dessert wine from the historic Constantia region of South Africa. Crafted from M...
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Taylors Vintage 2003 Port 75cl
Taylors Vintage 2003 Port 75cl
Taylors Vintage 2003 Port This Port reflects the house’s long‑established mastery of structure, purity and longevity. Marked by warmth and concentr...
View full detailsFonseca Vintage Port 2016 Gift Boxed 75cl
Fonseca Vintage Port 2016 Gift Boxed Made only in declared years, blending wines from the house's three estates. Panascal, in the Tavora Valley, br...
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Zuccardi Malamado Fortified Malbec 75cl
Zuccardi Malamado Fortified Malbec 75cl
Zuccardi Malamado Fortified Malbec Argentina’s pioneering fortified Malbec, created by the renowned Zuccardi family in Mendoza. Inspired by traditi...
View full detailsVito Curatolo Arini 10 Year Old Marsala Superiore Riserva 75cl
Vito Curatolo Arini 10 Year Old Marsala Superiore Riserva A prestigious fortified wine from one of Sicily’s oldest family-owned Marsala producers,...
View full detailsQuinta Da Gaivosa Porto 10 Year Old White Port 50cl
Quinta Da Gaivosa Porto 10 Year Old White Port Hailing from Portugal’s prestigious Douro Valley, this is a beautifully aged expression crafted from...
View full detailsKleine Zalze Project Z Sweet Fortified Wine 37.5cl
Kleine Zalze Project Z Sweet Fortified Wine A rich and expressive fortified wine from Stellenbosch, where traditional winemaking expertise meets a ...
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Chalice Christmas Mead 35cl
Chalice Christmas Mead 35cl
Chalice Christmas Mead A festive English mead crafted from rich honey and a warming blend of traditional Christmas spices. Smooth, aromatic and com...
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Lancashire Mead Company Skadi Mead 70cl
Lancashire Mead Company Skadi Mead 70cl
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Lancashire Mead Company Skadi Mead A traditional hydromel made using pure blossom honey, creating a smooth and approachable medium-sweet mead. Name...
View full detailsKopke White 50 Year Old Port In Wooden Gift Box 37.5cl
Kopke White 50 Year Old Port In Wooden Gift Box An extraordinary aged white port from Portugal’s Douro Valley, representing over half a century of ...
View full detailsKopke Fine Ruby Port Miniature 20cl
Kopke Fine Ruby Port Miniature Discover a classic ruby port in a compact 20cl format. This wine combines tradition and vibrancy, making it perfect ...
View full detailsTaylors LBV Port & 2 Glass Gift Set 75cl
Taylors LBV Port & 2 Glass Gift Set A stunning gift set from Taylor's, crafted to be shared and enjoyed by two. This elegant set features a 75c...
View full detailsTaylors LBV Port & Branded Port Glass 75cl
Taylors LBV Port & Branded Port Glass Sit back and enjoy an award winning port in the comfort of your own home with a branded Taylor's Port gla...
View full detailsLancashire Mead Company Gift From The Gods Mead Tasting Set 4x10cl
Lancashire Mead Company Gift From The Gods Mead Tasting Set This mead tasting set invites you to drink like the Norse gods with a handcrafted colle...
View full detailsBaron De Lustrac Bas Armagnac 1976 Vintage Gift Boxed 70cl
Baron De Lustrac Bas Armagnac 1976 Vintage A rare, beautifully matured single‑vintage Armagnac selected from one of Gascony’s finest traditional pr...
View full detailsHive Mind Wye Valley Traditional Mead Miniature 20cl
Hive Mind Wye Valley Traditional Mead Miniature This miniature offers the rich, honeyed character of Hive Mind's traditional mead in a convenient m...
View full detailsChateau De Laubade Bas Armagnac 1976 Vintage Gift Boxed 70cl
Chateau De Laubade Bas Armagnac 1976 Vintage Gift Boxed A distinguished French Armagnac presented in an elegant wooden gift box, making it a truly ...
View full detailsCroft Quinta Da Roeda Vintage Port 2005 75cl
Croft Quinta Da Roeda Vintage Port 2005 A distinguished single-quinta Vintage Port from Croft’s flagship Quinta da Roeda estate, this 2005 release ...
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