LBV Port 0,375l - Dow's

LBV Port 0,375l - Dow'sA port wine for grand moments in a small format: LBV Port 0.375l - Dow's showcases the opulent side of the Douro in a half bottle, yet with full intensity. In the glass it shines in dense, deep dark purple with ruby reflections that indicate concentration and maturity. The very first glance awakens anticipation of a powerful, multi-layered sweet wine. On the nose, an intense tapestry of aromas unfolds, opening layer by layer. Dark cherries, juicy blackberries and ripe plums come to the fore first. Added to this is the fine signature of maturation in wood: delicate vanilla, sweet tobacco and a hint of cocoa. The typical notes of oak wood merge with liquorice, balsamic herbs and a light touch of black pepper. Fine dark chocolate and a little dried fig round off the bouquet and give it depth and nobility. On the palate, LBV Port 0.375l - Dow's is dense and powerful, yet always elegantly guided. The texture feels creamy and full-bodied, carried by a lavish, sweet fruit. Black cherries, cassis, blueberries and stewed damsons run like a red thread through the tasting experience. The sweetness is opulent, yet stands in exciting contrast to the pronounced, fresh acidity and the distinct but ripe tannin. Thus the wine never seems heavy, but forceful and lively. The influence of the wood brings aromas of roasted nuts, caramel, espresso and a touch of toffee. The liquorice note runs subtly through the long finish and combines with herbs such as rosemary and thyme. In the end, a deep, warm finish remains with notes of prunes, bittersweet chocolate and a hint of smoke that caresses the palate for a long time. Typical of high-quality Late Bottled Vintage Ports, the cuvée comes from a single vintage and combines an intense fruit character with maturity in wooden casks. The Douro Valley in the north of Portugal shapes the style. Steep slate and granite slopes, meagre soils and the hot, dry climate form grapes with high concentration and thick skins. The result: deep colour, pronounced tannin, complex aromatics and great ageing potential. The grape variety blend relies on classic port wine grapes that thrive perfectly in the Douro Valley. They provide: Powerful tannin structure with ripe, rich fruit Intense colour from deep purple to bright ruby red Multi-layered aromas of black berries, dark cherry and dried fruits Spicy accents of liquorice, herbs and fine wood The style is clear: powerful, rich, fruit-driven and at the same time elegantly structured. This port invites you to moments of pure enjoyment, but also works as a meditative fireside wine that reveals new facets in the glass again and again. If you want to grasp its character traits at a glance, focus on these features: Opulent dark fruit with intense sweetness Massive, velvety texture and pronounced tannins Harmonious use of wood with oak, vanilla and cocoa Long, complex finish with liquorice and herbs Thus, LBV Port 0.375l - Dow's appears as an ideal introduction to the world of high-quality LBV ports, yet bearing the hallmark of a traditional house that has stood for character and depth for generations. Production of LBV Port 0.375l from Dow's The grapes for this port come from selected sites in the Douro Valley, one of the most spectacular wine regions in Europe. Steep terraces, warmth during the day and cool nights ensure aromatic grapes with thick skins. The vines root deep in slate and granite soils, which give the cuvée a fine, dark minerality. The grape varieties used are among the classic Douro varieties for port wine. They contribute different strengths: powerful structure, intense berry aromas, spice and freshness. Together they form a harmonious, profound wine that clearly shows its origin. The harvest usually takes place selectively and in several passes so that only fully ripe grapes reach the winery. The warm days in the Douro drive ripening forward, the cool nights preserve the necessary freshness. After arriving at the cellar, the team sorts the harvested fruit again before the berries are lightly crushed and put into traditional fermentation vessels. Fermentation starts quickly and proceeds under controlled temperatures to preserve fruit and colour as much as possible. As soon as the must has developed sufficient alcohol and structure, the cellar master stops the fermentation by adding wine spirit. In this way, part of the natural grape sweetness remains in the wine, which shapes the intense sweetness and the characteristic style of port. Subsequently, the wine matures for several years in large wooden casks. There it develops its typical aromas of oak wood, vanilla, liquorice, nuts and fine caramel. The time in cask smooths out the dense tannin structure and gives the wine a harmonious balance between fruit, sweetness, spice and power. Regular checks and careful rackings accompany the maturation until the ideal moment for bottling is reached. As a Late Bottled Vintage, the wine leaves the cask later than a classic vintage port and is therefo...