{"product_id":"vintage-fortified-2018-750ml","title":"2018 Vintage Fortified","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElegant, Complex and Built to Last\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAt 8 years of age, the 2018 Vintage Fortified is already showing the kind of balance and complexity that speaks to decades of rewarding development ahead. Crafted from estate-grown Tinta Roriz, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Cao, Grand Noir, Durif and Souzao, this is a wine that embodies the Stanton and Killeen philosophy in every sense. As Wendy Killeen puts it, the pinnacle of winemaking at S\u0026amp;K is creating a superb fortified to consume now or age for 20 years. This wine does exactly that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe colour is a deep, vivid red and purple that will shift and deepen beautifully with time in the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe bouquet is fragrant and inviting, with roses, raspberry, red licorice and fudge lifting from the glass with real charm and composure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOn the palate, the wine opens up with a multitude of flavours, raspberry, dark chocolate, cherry, mint and red fruit coulis weaving together across a palate of exceptional length and elegance. The balance is perfect, with fruit and fine, light tannins extending across a finish that is both extremely long and wonderfully composed. Complexity and flavour will continue to shift and deepen with every year in the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFermentation was halted at approximately 7% alcohol with the addition of grape spirit to retain natural sugars and bright fruit flavour, before a short period in oak to allow the varieties to meld and settle. The wine was then bottled early to preserve freshness, designed to age and develop in the bottle much like a fine red table wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA superb food wine at any age, pairing beautifully with cheese, grilled meats, hearty vegetables and rich slow-cooked dishes. It can even be served lightly chilled in the warmer months. Cellar for 20 to 30 years, or enjoy it right now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAlc\/Vol 18%.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eBuying it as a gift? Be sure to purchase one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stantonandkilleen.com.au\/collections\/vintage-fortifieds\/products\/wooden-box-750ml-for-vps\"\u003ewooden VF gift boxes.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllocation for 2026-2027.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAllocation resets August 1st, 2027\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable height=\"46\" style=\"width: 98.0357%;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.7592%;\"\u003e375ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.7592%;\"\u003e750ml            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.7477%;\"\u003e 1.5 Magnum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.7592%;\"\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.7592%;\"\u003e259\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.7477%;\"\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Stanton \u0026 Killeen Wines","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":44277110440133,"sku":"BFVF187","price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Magnum","offer_id":44277110472901,"sku":"BFVF188","price":110.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0674\/9883\/6165\/files\/2005VF-02.png?v=1728445147","url":"https:\/\/www.stantonandkilleen.com.au\/products\/vintage-fortified-2018-750ml","provider":"Stanton \u0026 Killeen Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}