Name |
Martinez LBV Unfiltred |
Type |
Fortified |
Sub-Tipo |
LBV Port |
Region |
Porto e Douro
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Official designation |
Porto |
Harvest |
1996 |
Producer |
Symington Family Estates, Vinhos, Lda.
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Alcohol Content |
20.00 |
Sugar |
95 g/l |
Containers |
0.75 l |
Ageing |
At our wineries of Tua and Foz Coa and also at the lagares of Quinta da Eira Velha. 70% of the wine is trodden in open lagares (traditional stone troughs). |
Ideal Temperature |
15-20ºC |
Consumption |
With cheese, especially blue cheese (Stilton, Roquefort, etc) and also the Portuguese Ilhas and Serpa cheese; with almonds, hazelnuts or chestnuts; with smoked ham or foie-gras. |
Colour |
Good clarity, intensity and brightness. Depth of colour. Dark red with reddish brown showing some evolution. |
Aroma |
Good intensity and more complexity than for example the Master’s Reserve. Very fruity with blackberry and blackcurrant, with some hint of chocolate and plums. |
Flavour |
Good body and volume; silky texture. A very long and persistent taste. |
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Awards |
Bronze medal - International Wine Challenge 2002 |
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