Churchill’s Late Bottled Vintage Port 2019

Churchill’s Late Bottled Vintage Port 2019 is a classic and stylish LBV from the Douro Valley. This is a port with a focus on freshness, balance and pure fruit. The style is drier and more elegant than many traditional Ports. This makes for a modern and very gastronomic experience.

In the glass, the wine has a deep dark cherry color. The aroma is intense and inviting. Notes of ripe blackberries stand out clearly. There is also a fine mineral note that adds complexity.

The taste is fresh and well-balanced. The fruit is precise and vibrant. The wine has a good bite and a nice structure. The tannins are distinct but elegant. They give a firm and persistent aftertaste. This is a port with character and a great balance between power and freshness.

Churchill’s LBV 2019 is ideal for the cheese table. It goes particularly well with blue cheeses and firm cheeses. It also works well with dark chocolate or as a glass on its own. A port that can be enjoyed now and cellared for a few years.

Tasting notes

The taste is fresh and structured with notes of blackberries and dark cherries. There is also a slight mineral note. The tannins are firm and give good bite. The finish is long, dry and balanced.

The history of the house

Churchill’s is a family-run port wine house based in Vila Nova de Gaia and the Douro Valley. The house was founded in 1981 by Johnny Graham at the age of 29. The vision was to create Port wines with a more personal and dry style. At the same time, they wanted to maintain respect for the classic traditions.

At Churchill’s, the focus is on simplicity and quality. All grapes are harvested by hand and carefully sorted. The grapes are still stepped by foot in traditional lagares at Quinta da Gricha. This method ensures gentle extraction and preserves the natural aroma of the grapes.

Sustainability plays a central role in production. Churchill’s works according to international standards for sustainable agriculture. The focus is on minimal waste and the use of recycled materials. The wines are created with the future and the next generation in mind.

• Producer: Churchill’s
• Wine: Late Bottled Vintage Port
• Vintage: 2019
• Country: Portugal
• Region: Douro
• Grapes: Traditional Douro grapes
• Type: Port wine
• Flavor: Fresh, structured and elegant
• Serving: Perfect with blue cheese, dark chocolate and desserts
• Serving temperature: 14-16 °C
• Aging potential: Can be stored, but ready to drink now
• Quantity: 75 cl
• Contains: Sulfites
• Alcohol: 20%alcohol