Cockburn's Porto

Description

Cockburn’s Os LBV are wines of such elegant, complex, and sophisticated order that they can even be considered somewhat magical. Derived from Quinta dos Canais, the same vineyard in the Upper Douro that is the source of our acclaimed Vintage Ports, the Cockburn’s Porto Late Bottled Vintage (LBV) is a very good single‑year wine that ages in large oak barrels for four to six years until it reaches an ideal level of maturity. The LBVs are then bottled, ready to drink. Serve in a classic wine glass, slightly chilled to accentuate the aromas and flavours. After opening, it can be kept in good condition for about six weeks. It can be consumed at any time and pairs well with aged cheeses and chocolate‑based desserts, making a good companion for long evenings. Year: Winter and spring were dry and mild, and at the end of summer the vines needed water to keep the ripening at the right pace. Fortunately, the near absence of rain between May and the end of August was balanced by cooler summer temperatures, helping to mitigate the lack of water. At the end of August, some timely rain rehydrated the vines before the harvest. Ideal conditions continued in September, with sunny days and moderate temperatures, contributing to balanced ripening. Winemakers: Charles Symington and Ricardo Carvalho. Awards: Silver Medal International Wine Challenge 2014 (Other vintages); Bronze Medal Decanter World Wine Awards 2014 (Other vintages).