Quinta do Noval Late bottled Vintage 2017 LBV Port wine 75 cl 19,5%

Five years in cask before the bottle is even filled — that's the recipe behind an LBV, giving the power of the grapes time to settle. 2017 was a warm year in the Douro, and it shows in the glass.

Expert's Description

Quinta do Noval Late Bottled Vintage 2017 is a Portuguese LBV Port from the Douro Valley, aged in oak casks and bottled at 19.5%.

LBV stands for Late Bottled Vintage and is made on the same principles as a classic Vintage Port — the grapes are trodden traditionally, and only the finest lots from a single year are used. The difference lies in the ageing: while a Vintage Port is bottled after just two years, an LBV matures for up to five years in cask before being bottled, unfiltered.

2017 was another warm, dry year in the Douro Valley, giving grapes with high ripeness and concentration. Quinta do Noval has made LBV Ports for decades as a way of making the house's Vintage style more accessible without compromising on method.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose is intense with dark berries, a touch of liquorice and a mild spiciness.

Palate

The palate is full-bodied and complex, with juicy blackberry and blackcurrant, dark chocolate and a hint of mint.

Finish

The finish is long and broad, with soft tannins and a warm, spicy close.

Specifications

Name: Quinta do Noval Late Bottled Vintage 2017
Winery: Quinta do Noval
Region-Country: Douro, Portugal
Type: LBV Port
Grape varieties: Traditional Douro grapes, including Touriga Nacional and Touriga Franca
ABV: 19.5%
Size: 75 CL
Ageing: Oak cask, approx. 5 years
Vintage: 2017
Serving suggestion: Serve at 16-18°C in a port glass, ideally with game or dark chocolate

Flavour Profile

Full-bodied · Dark berries · Spicy · Complex

Did You Know?

Because an LBV is bottled unfiltered, it can develop a light sediment over time — just like a classic Vintage Port — a sign that it's made using the traditional method rather than rushed through production.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Quinta do Noval Late Bottled Vintage 2017

What does LBV mean on a Port label?

LBV stands for Late Bottled Vintage and denotes a Port from a single year, aged in cask for up to five years before being bottled.

What does Quinta do Noval LBV 2017 taste like?

It offers juicy blackberry and blackcurrant, dark chocolate and a hint of mint, with a long, spicy finish.

Is this bottle a good gift?

Yes, its full-bodied style and the reputation of the producer make it a good gift for Port enthusiasts.

Should the bottle be decanted before serving?

Being unfiltered, it can benefit from careful decanting if a light sediment has formed.

At what temperature and in which glass should it be served?

Serve it at 16-18°C in a port glass so the dark berries and spice notes can show their best.

How long can the bottle be cellared?

It can certainly be kept for several years, but is also ready to drink right away.

What sets an LBV apart from a classic Vintage Port?

Both come from a single year and are trodden traditionally, but LBV is aged longer in cask before bottling, making it more accessible in its youth.