| Origin | |
|---|---|
| Main grapes | |
| Other grapes | Alicante Bouschet, Douro Field Blend, Sousao, Tinta Amarela, Tinta Barroca, Touriga Franca |
| Vintage | |
| Bottle sizes |
Graham’s Late Bottled Vintage Port (LBV) presented in a convenient 37.5 cl half-bottle. Ideal for enjoying a couple of glasses after lunch or dinner, and perfect for alfresco dining and picnics. These half-bottles of Port make excellent small gifts and are ideal for hampers or stocking fillers.
W & J Graham’s Port was founded in Oporto, Portugal’s second city, in 1820 by the two brothers William and John Graham and for nearly two hundred years Graham’s Ports have been made by just two families, the Graham’s and the Symingtons – in 1970 the Grahams sold the company to the Symington Family who brought with them their own rich heritage in the Port trade.
The quality of Graham’s Port relies on the finest grapes. The company owns and manages extensive vineyard estates, allowing it to have direct control over the quality and sourcing of its grapes. They are primarily sourced from five iconic Quintas in the Douro Valley: Quinta dos Malvedos, Quinta do Tua, Quinta das Lages, and two others, Quinta da Vila Velha and Quinta do Vale de Malhadas.
Graham’s Late Bottled Vintage Port Vineyards
The grapes for Graham’s LBV are sourced primarily from Quinta dos Malvedos and Quinta do Tua vineyards, with contributions from Vila Velha and Vale de Malhadas – all of which are privately owned by members of the Graham family.
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.
Graham’s Late Bottled Vintage Port can be enjoyed on its own after a meal, perhaps with a good Cuban cigar, like a Romeo Y Julieta No 2.
It also pairs very well with dark chocolate desserts as well as semi-cured and cured cheeses like Cheddar and Manchego. Also great with blue cheeses and is traditionally served with Stilton.
Does not require decanting. Serve at room temperature. Once open, enjoy within 4-6 weeks.
Is Graham’s LBV read 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.
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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