Fonseca Late Bottled Vintage (LBV) Port is made from the renowned vineyards of the Douro Valley in Portugal, a region known for its challenging but rewarding terroir that produces some of the world’s best fortified wines. This port is crafted from a blend of Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, and Tinta Barroca. Unlike vintage ports, which are bottled after two years, LBV ports are aged in oak vats for four to six years, which enhances the wine’s accessibility and rich, complex character without extensive cellaring. Fonseca’s LBV is unfiltered, allowing further bottle aging for those who wish. It boasts robust flavors, a testament to Fonseca’s winemaking expertise, and is highly regarded in the port wine category, frequently receiving accolades for its consistency and quality.

Varietal: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca

Appearance: Deep ruby color with high viscosity, indicating its richness and concentration.

Nose: Intense aromas of blackcurrant, plum, and black cherry, complemented by notes of spice, cedar, and hints of chocolate.

Palate: The palate is robust with flavors of ripe dark fruit, layered with nuances of chocolate and sweet spices. Velvety tannins and balanced acidity lead to a long and satisfying finish.

Ideal Pairings: Cheese (blue cheese, aged cheddar), meats (game, beef), desserts (dark chocolate, berry tart)

Harvesting Methods: Manual harvesting from select vineyards in the Douro Valley.

Residual Sugar: 90-110 g/L

ABV: 20%

Total Acidity: 4.0-5.0 g/L

pH: 3.5

Designation: Late Bottled Vintage