Delaforce LBV
A rich Red Fortified wine with jammy plum and berry fruit and mellow wood notes, ideal with cheese
Delaforce LBV Douro DOC, Portugal is a rich, sweet Red Fortified wine crafted from a traditional Field Blend including Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, and Tinta Cao. This wine undergoes significant wood ageing, spending four years in old Portuguese oak tonels, resulting in ripe jammy plum and berry fruit aromas, complemented by mellow wood flavours and a rich, round palate. It is vegan and vegetarian friendly, making it a versatile choice. Enjoy with blue cheese, mature cheddar, nuts, or chocolate desserts.
75.0CL , 20.0% ABV , Vintage: 2018
Vinification
Unlike vintage Port, which benefits from some years in bottle, Late Bottled Vintage does not need to be cellared and is ready to drink. Bottled after maturing in wood for up to six years, offering an early softness and development, LBV Port is only made available in those years when the harvest has been very good, thus constantly produce a mature port of vintage quality. Oak Ageing Time: 4 Years Type: Old Portuguese Oak Tonels % wine oaked: 100 % new oak: None
Flavour profile
This rich, sweet Red Fortified wine offers ripe jammy plum and berry fruit aromas, beautifully complemented by the mellow flavours of wood ageing. It presents a rich and round experience on the palate, showcasing the characteristic elegance of the Delaforce house style.
Serving recommendation
Serve at 16-18°C, ready for drinking without requiring decanting.