PLEASE NOTE: This is a recurring auction. The seal number(s) you see on the photos might differ from the one(s) on your bottle(s). 2018 Graham’s Late Bottled Vintage Port 6 x 0.75L DESCRIPTION Founded in 1820 by William and John Graham in Portugal’s Douro Valley, for nearly two centuries Graham’s has cultivated its reputation as one of the greatest names in Port. The quality of Graham’s Port relies on the finest grapes, primarily sourced from five iconic quintas in the Douro Valley: Quinta dos Malvedos, Quinta do Tua, Quinta das Lages and two others, Quinta da Vila Velha and Quinta do Vale de Malhadas, which are privately owned by members of the Symington family. WINEMAKER: Charles Symington. AWARDS/RECOMMENDATIONS 95 Points, International Wine Challenge (2017 Vintage) 93 Points, Falstaff (2017 Vintage) 92 Points, Wine Enthusiast (2017 Vintage) 91 Points, Wine Spectator (2017 Vintage) 91 Points, Wine & Spirits Magazine (2017 Vintage) 90 Points, International Wine & Spirits Competition (2017 Vintage) 17 Points, Vinho Grandes Escolhas (2017 Vintage) Gold Medal, Concours Mondial de Bruxelles (2017 Vintage) 91 Points, Decanter World Wine Awards (2015 Vintage) Gold Medal, Berlin Wine Trophy (2015 Vintage) 92 Points, Meininger (2014 Vintage) 92 Points, Revista Adega (2012 Vintage) WINE VARIETIES: Principally Touriga Franca and Touriga Nacional with smaller contributions of Sousão, Alicante Bouschet as well as Tinta Amarela and Tinta Barroca. VINIFICATION This wine was matured in wood in the Graham’s 1890 lodge for six years prior to being bottled ready for drinking. Late Bottled Vintages, as the term implies, are bottled later than classic Vintage Ports (the latter after two years). TASTING NOTES The aromatic profile of this 2018 LBV is typically Graham’s, revealing blackcurrant and blackberry with secondary notes of dried mint leaf, eucalyptus, and a sprinkling of liquorice. The purity and freshness of the fruit are remarkable and the characteristic floral notes of rock rose (a wildflower which thrives in the Douro) also shine through. The rich, succulent black fruit flavours are bright and fresh, complemented by layers of cocoa, black plum and hints of white pepper. SERVING The Graham’s 2018 can be enjoyed anytime and pairs wonderfully with dark chocolate desserts as well as semi-cured and cured cheeses like Cheddar and Manchego. Once open, the wine will conserve all its fine properties for up to six weeks. Serve at room temperature.