Krohn LBV, DOC Porto

£19.95
  • Krohn LBV, DOC Porto
  • Krohn LBV, DOC Porto

Krohn LBV, DOC Porto

£19.95

AVAILABILITY: 5 in stock

Grape Touriga Nacional, Touriga Francesa, Tinta Barroca
Style Sweet, Fortified, Complex, Plum, Spice
Country Portugal
Region Douro
Volume 75cl
ABV 20%
Dietary Vegetarian, Vegan


Krohn LBV is a deep ruby-coloured port with aromas of spicy black fruit. On the palate, it has a complex mix of plum, blackberry, and spice, all balanced by fresh acidity and firm tannins. An exceptional vintage from Krohn, it is neither fined nor filtered, so decanting is recommended before serving.

About the Producer

Wiese & Krohn was founded in 1865 by two Norwegians - Theodor Wiese and Dankert Krohn - shipping initially to Scandinavia and Germany. In the century and a half since its foundation, Krohn has built up an outstanding reputation. Long renowned for the quality of their sublime Colheitas (single vintage tawnies), they produce a remarkably complete range for a small house, and each wine excels in its category. Much of the secret lies in the high quality of their vineyards - the magical combination of terroir, locality, aspect, incline and low-yielding vines. Their Quinta do Retiro Novo estate in Sarzedinho, in the Rio Torto valley (where vinification takes place), is all A grade vineyard. Indeed Krohn only work with grapes from A-graded vineyards across all of their ports, and their top wines are still trodden by foot. Since 2013 Krohn has been part of the Fladgate Partnership - alongside Taylor's, Fonseca and Croft.

Vineyard and Winery

Traditional Port grapes are sourced from Krohn's Quinta do Retiro Novo estate, and from long-standing relationships with neighbouring growers. After fermentation the wine is aged in barrel for 4-6 years before bottling. Krohn's LBV Ports are neither fined nor filtered and may thus throw a sediment. We recommend to decant them before serving.

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John Benauster
Nice!

Smooth, dark, tasty.
And good value.

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Alistair Montgomery
Bargain Late Bottled Vintage Port 2016

In my experience, you are in safe hands with any of Krohn's Port. This LBV is a steal at this price and kicks the competition into touch. Why pay more to get less? I will be back for more.