Graham's
Porto Late Bottled Vintage 2020
| Denomination | DOC Porto LBV |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 20.0% by volume |
| Area | Douro (Portugal) |
| Grape varieties | Alicante Bouschet, Tinta Amarela, Tinta Barroca, Touriga Francesa, Touriga Nacional |
| Aging | Aged in large oak barrels for 5 years before bottling; LBVs mature in wood for five years before bottling. |
- Type of wine: Sweet red fortified Port DOC, Late Bottled Vintage category
- Vintage and format: 2020, 0.75 litre bottle with cork closure
- Ageing: aged for 5 years in large oak casks before bottling
- Aromatic profile: notes of blackberry, blackcurrant, liquorice, rockrose, mint, eucalyptus, mango and papaya
- Serving and pairings: serve at 16-18 °C; suitable with cheeses and dark chocolate desserts
Description
What kind of wine it is
Graham’s Late Bottled Vintage Port is a sweet fortified red wine characterised by extraordinary balance. The blend combines Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional, Sousão, Alicante Bouschet, Tinta Amarela and Tinta Barroca. On the nose, it opens with notes of blackberry, blackcurrant, liquorice and rockrose, enhanced by hints of mint, eucalyptus and exotic fruit. On the palate, it is vibrant, with peppery tannins that provide liveliness and freshness. The finish is long and persistent, with hints of black tea, making it ideal for pairing with dark chocolate desserts.
Where it comes from
This Port originates in the Douro Valley, a Portuguese region historically renowned for the production of fortified wines. The pronounced schist mineral matrix typical of the soil gives the wine a solid flavour structure and a clean finish. Graham’s has embodied this regional identity since its founding in 1820. The selection of grapes from prestigious estates ensures a distinctive style, faithfully expressing the character of the surrounding mountainous landscape.
How it is produced
Production involves a careful blend of red grapes that matures in large oak casks for around five years. This wood ageing, an essential stage for the Late Bottled Vintage style, allows the wine’s structure to evolve and harmonise. During maturation, the natural sweetness integrates perfectly with the tannic texture and minerality, preserving the integrity of the fruity character. The result is a wine ready to drink, capable of offering a rich, balanced and consistent tasting experience from the outset.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1820, Graham’s boasts over two centuries of unrivalled excellence in the renowned Douro Valley. Now led by the Symington family and proud to be part of the Primum Familiae Vini, the winery selects fine grapes from four iconic estates. The sumptuous Porto DOC Late Bottled Vintage honours this magnificent historical legacy, maturing for five years in large oak casks before bottling. A sublime fortified red wine, created to enhance every after-dinner occasion and reflect the craftsmanship passed down through generations.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
- Start up year: 1820
In 1882, Andrew James Symington sailed from Scotland to Porto to work for the Graham family, thus beginning the long association between the families. In 1970, Andrew’s grandsons acquired the company from the Graham family, and have continued to grow its reputation for producing incredible ports. Read more
| Name | Graham's Porto Late Bottled Vintage Port 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red fortified wine |
| Denomination | Porto DOC |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 20.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Alicante Bouschet, Tinta Amarela, Tinta Barroca, Touriga Francesa, Touriga Nacional |
| Country | Portugal |
| Region | Douro |
| Vendor | Graham's |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1820, Graham’s boasts over two centuries of unrivalled excellence in the renowned Douro Valley. Now led by the Symington family and proud to be part of the Primum Familiae Vini, the winery selects fine grapes from four iconic estates. The sumptuous Porto DOC Late Bottled Vintage honours this magnificent historical legacy, maturing for five years in large oak casks before bottling. A sublime fortified red wine, created to enhance every after-dinner occasion and reflect the craftsmanship passed down through generations. |
| Origin | Douro Valley, Portugal |
| Production technique | Matured in large oak barrels for 5 years before bottling |
| Wine making | Obtained from a blend of traditional Portuguese grape varieties, mainly Touriga Franca and Touriga Nacional, with minor contributions of Sousão, Alicante Bouschet, Tinta Amarela and Tinta Barroca; matured in large oak barrels for 5 years before bottling and bottled ready to drink. |
| Aging | Aged in large oak barrels for 5 years before bottling; LBVs mature in wood for five years before bottling. |
| Total acidity | 4.2 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 110.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |