Retour Dos Lusiadas - Porto - LBV - Rouge - 2017
COUNTRY/REGION: Portugal
DESIGNATION: Porto
COLOR: Red
VINTAGE: 2017
GRAPE VARIETY: Blend of Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Nacional & Tinta Barroca
ALCOHOL: 20 vol.
CONTENT: 75 cl
The tasting
Color Deep ruby red with purple highlights.
Nose Subtle aromas of wild berries, plums and blackberries underlined by spicy notes.
Palate Round and full-bodied, this cuvée is marked by a fine tannic structure and precise acidity that balances the spicy flavors of this gourmet Port.
The sommelier's advice
Temperature Serve between 13 and 15°C.
Food Tapas of grilled peppers, duck breast with black berries on mashed potatoes, chocolate fondant with red fruit coulis.
Cellar ageing From now until 2035
The estate and the wine
The estate and the wine Michel Chapoutier's journey is a pursuit of perfection. As a pioneering figure in biodynamic winemaking, his relentless dedication to a viticulture that honors the essence of life has placed him among the elite winemakers of the world. His expertise fortunately extends beyond our borders. As a consummate creator of fine wines, he skillfully selects and illuminates the finest terroirs. In 2009, he expanded into 3 hectares in the Douro, launching the Dos Lusiadas range, vinified in his own cellars. With stunning landscapes, native grape varieties, high altitude, and abundant sunshine, these wines are of exceptional quality: discover it for yourself with this exquisite Porto cuvée.
Wine Born from the unique schist soils of the Douro, the 2017 LBV Red Porto is a quintessential example of traditional port, aged one year in concrete vats followed by two years in 500-liter barrels, as is customary. This port strikes a balance between power and delicacy, with a fruit-forward style. It unfolds a rich tapestry of flavors, featuring woodland berry, plum, blackberry, and a hint of spice. The robust structure is complemented by refreshing acidity, achieving a precise balance. It's a perfect dining companion, pairing splendidly with dishes like duck breast, and of course, chocolate.
Vinification Hand-harvested in 20kg crates. Traditional Lagar vinification, grapes crushed in concrete tanks with 15% whole bunches. Aged for one year in concrete vats, then two years in traditional Port casks (500L).