| Origin | |
|---|---|
| Main grapes | |
| Other grapes | Alicante Bouschet, Douro Field Blend, Sousao, Tinta Amarela, Tinta Barroca, Touriga Franca |
| Vintage | |
| Bottle sizes |
Discover the exceptional quality of Graham’s Late Bottled Vintage Port (LBV), perfectly presented in a convenient 37.5cl half-bottle. Ideal for those moments when you want to enjoy a couple of premium glasses after lunch or dinner, these half bottles of LBV Port are also a fantastic choice for alfresco dining, luxury picnics and travel. Additionally, these half bottles of Port make excellent small gifts, stocking fillers or a great addition to a gift hamper.
The legendary quality of Graham’s Port relies entirely on sourcing the finest grapes. The company directly owns and manages extensive vineyard estates, allowing for total control over fruit quality from vine to glass.
For Graham’s LBV Port, the grapes are sourced primarily from the prestigious Quinta dos Malvedos and Quinta do Tua vineyards, with character-rich contributions from the Vila Velha and Vale de Malhadas estates, all of which are privately owned by members of the Symington family.
Unlike a ‘declared’ Vintage Port, which is bottled in its second year and requires long cellar maturation, Graham’s LBV offers a more accessible, earlier-drinking, and approachable alternative:
The half-bottle format is an incredibly versatile choice for e-commerce customers, offering several distinct advantages:
Graham’s Late Bottled Vintage Port has lifted, aromatic floral scents, ranging from rose and orange blossom to honeysuckle and just the faintest trace of mint. Following the initial floral veil, red fruit aromas rise gradually to complement the initial floral impressions.
On the palate, intense red fruit flavours form a first wave, with tingling, peppery tannins providing a supporting role. Bright acidity offers amazing freshness and vitality.
Great served on its own after a meal, perhaps with a good Cuban cigar, like a Romeo Y Julieta No 2.
Graham’s Late Bottled Vintage Port pairs beautifully with:
Serve slightly cool at 16-18°C for optimal enjoyment. Does not require decanting. Once open, enjoy within 4-6 weeks.
What is the difference between LBV Port and Vintage Port?
Both are produced from a single vintage year. Vintage Port is bottled after around two years in cask and requires extended bottle ageing. LBV Port is aged longer in oak before bottling, making it ready to drink upon release.
Is Graham’s LBV ready for drinking?
Yes, late bottled vintage Ports are designed to be ready for immediate drinking.
Does Graham’s Late Bottled Vintage need decanting?
No. This Port is filtered before bottling, so it does not require decanting.
Some LBVs are bottled unfiltered, so that they may throw a sediment and will require decanting before serving.
Why buy a 37.5cl half bottle of Port?
A Port half bottle is ideal for smaller households, dinner parties, gifting, or enjoying premium Port without opening a full-size bottle.
The Graham’s Vintage Port Bond is an innovative offering that allows individuals to purchase vintage port in the year of its harvest, making it an ideal gift for marking special occasions such as births, weddings, or graduations. It is a “futures” option, a bit like “en primeur.”
Traditionally, vintage port is declared and released approximately 18 months after the harvest, but with the Port Bond, you can secure your allocation in advance. You can choose between a single bottle or a case of six bottles of Graham’s Vintage Port, and in years when only a Single Quinta Vintage is produced, the bond entitles the holder to magnum bottles of Grahams Quinta dos Malvedos instead.
Visit The Graham’s Port Bond Website for more information.
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