1988 Vista Alegre Lbv Porto Porto

Description

Vista Alegre Viticultura: Originating from the Vista Alegre estate in Cima Corgo, this wine comes from vines that are over 80 years old, planted on ancient terraces with a predominantly south-facing exposure. Vinification: The grapes are hand‑picked into small boxes, come from a single harvest, and are produced using the traditional Port wine method. After partial drainage, they are stomped by foot in stone troughs. Fermentation is carried out under temperature control and is halted by adding grape spirit. The resulting wine has great aging potential. Stage: The wine is aged in large wooden barrels and can be bottled between the 4th and 6th year. When stored under ideal conditions, it has the potential to age in the bottle for up to 20 years. Pairing: This wine pairs wonderfully with a variety of cheeses, chocolate‑rich desserts, custards, and coffee, as well as fresh fruit, red berries, wild berries, plums, and pineapple. It also complements ham and smoked meats. After opening, it should be consumed within a few days, as the oxygen exposure before bottling was limited despite the aging in oak shells. Once opened—and decanted, if necessary—the wine reaches its peak, though it will lose some freshness over time. Conservation: This is a traditional LBV “unfiltered” wine, not cold‑stabilized nor filtered. The natural cylindrical cork is similar to that of a Vintage Port. Store the bottle horizontally at a constant temperature and away from intense light. Over the years sediment may form; open and decant carefully before serving. Awards - Silver Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards (2024, UK) – LBV 2019 - Gold Medal, Concours Mondial de Bruxelles (2022, Belgium) – LBV 2017 - Silver Medal, Mundus Vini (2022, Germany) – LBV 2017 - Silver Medal, International Wine Challenge (2020, UK) – LBV 2015 - Bronze Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards (2020, UK) – LBV 2015 - Silver Medal, International Wine & Spirit Competition (2020, UK) – LBV 2015 - Silver Medal, Concours Mondial de Bruxelles (2020, Belgium) – LBV 2015 Allergen information: Contains sulfites. SKU: 105473