Royal Oporto Late Bottled Vintage Port

Name: Royal Oporto Late Bottled Vintage Port
Brand: Real Companhia Velha
Price: 39.0 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

$39.00

Porto from Douro Valley, Portugal

This distinguished Late Bottled Vintage port showcases the finest selection from the exceptional 2017 harvest. Deep in color, it offers a complex bouquet of berries and spice, enriched by luscious notes of red fruit and raisins. On the palate, it presents a refined experience with firm, round tannins that underscore its robust structure. The port concludes with an elegant finish, highlighting its vibrant fruit character. A testament to Real Companhia Velha's winemaking expertise, this LBV port perfectly balances power and finesse, exemplifying the best of Portuguese wines.

Quantity

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Royal Oporto Late Bottled Vintage Port

Size:

750ml

Vintage:

2017

$39.00

Quantity

Best Value Save 10% Case of 12

Tasting Notes

Royal Oporto Late Bottled Vintage Port

TASTING NOTES

Appearance

This Royal Oporto 2017 LBV Port displays a deep, opaque ruby color at its core. The wine's hue transitions to a vibrant garnet rim, showcasing its youth and vigor. When tilted, it reveals subtle purple undertones, characteristic of a well-crafted Late Bottled Vintage Port. The intense, dark color suggests a rich concentration of fruit and promises a full-bodied tasting experience.

Nose

The 2017 Royal Oporto Late Bottled Vintage Port offers intense aromas of ripe black fruits, primarily blackberry and cherry, with hints of plum. Subtle notes of dark chocolate and vanilla add complexity. As it breathes, gentle spices and a whisper of violets emerge, creating a harmonious bouquet that showcases the port's depth.

Palate

Rich flavors of ripe berries and red fruits mingle with subtle raisin notes. Firm, round tannins provide excellent structure, while maintaining an elegant balance. The port finishes long and harmoniously, showcasing its vibrant fruit character.

Food Pairing

Dark Chocoloate, Roquefort Cheese, Red Fruits

Real Companhia Velha

250 Years of History

Real Companhia Velha, also known as Royal Oporto Winery, is the oldest wine company in Portugal, operating uninterruptedly since 1756 in the service of Port Wine. Established by royal charter under King D. José I, it was initially created to regulate Port wine production and trade, playing a crucial role in defining the Douro wine region's boundaries and quality standards. Over the centuries, the company expanded its influence, acquiring significant vineyards and cellars in the Douro Valley.

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