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Quinta do Silval

Quinta do Silval Magalhães LBV Porto

Portugal, Douro

Red fortified wine

4.0

Expert Rating

4.0

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WINE DESCRIPTION

Quinta do Silval Magalhães LBV Porto is a remarkable fortified wine that showcases the expertise of its producer. Hailing from the esteemed appellation of Porto, this wine is crafted from grapes grown in the vineyards of Quinta do Silval Magalhães. This is a distinguished Late Bottled Vintage port, produced under stringent regulations. Crafted from a single vintage, it is aged for four years before bottling, allowing it to develop rich complexity. This LBV port is unfiltered, retaining its depth and character, and is ready to drink upon release, but will also hold for another 5-10 years.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

On the nose, this wine presents a bouquet of ripe black fruits, such as blackberries and plums, accompanied by hints of dark chocolate and spices.The aromas are intense and inviting, promising a rewarding tasting experience. Upon tasting, Quinta do Silval Magalhães LBV Porto reveals a full-bodied and velvety texture, with well-integrated tannins. The flavors of black fruits continue to dominate, complemented by notes of dried figs and a touch of vanilla. The wine displays a perfect balance between sweetness and acidity, resulting in a harmonious and lingering finish. This LBV Porto is an excellent choice for those who appreciate the richness and complexity of fortified wines.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

Profile

Sweetness:

Sweet

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Very high

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Full

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grainy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (4)

Touriga Franca

Tinta Barroca

ORIGINS

Winery: Quinta do Silval

Region: Douro

The Douro Valley in Portugal is one of the oldest and most iconic wine regions in the world. Located in the north of the country, the region is renowned for its stunning scenery and its production of world-class fortified wines. The Douro Valley was first demarcated in 1756 and originally applied only to port production. It was extended to include table wine in 1979, with the first glimmer of the region’s potential for non-fortified still red wines appearing when port shippers Casa Ferreirinha launched Barca Velha in 1952. The focus on table wines did not take hold until the 1990’s, following Portugal’s accession to the EU.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.0

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