Warre's Late Bottled Vintage Port
Warre's trademark elegance produces the smoothest, most refined LBV on the market.
Our Review
Warre's Late Bottled Vintage Port is a smooth, perfumed LBV that captures the house's elegant, floral style in an accessible format. Where Graham's LBV impresses with richness and Taylor's with structure, Warre's charms with balance and refinement. It is an LBV that prioritizes drinkability.
The nose offers ripe plum and blackberry alongside sweet spice, floral violet, and a hint of cocoa. The floral character is distinctively Warre's, adding a graceful dimension that elevates the wine above simple fruitiness. On the palate, the wine is smooth and balanced, with dark cherry, raspberry, and milk chocolate forming an approachable core. The tannins are gentle, and a floral perfume carries through the mid-palate.
The finish is medium in length with a soft, perfumed quality and gentle warmth. It is a conclusion that invites another sip rather than demanding contemplation.
Warre's LBV is the ideal choice for those who find some LBVs too intense or tannic. Its smooth, balanced profile makes it one of the most immediately enjoyable wines in the category, and its versatility with food is excellent. This is a port that will please everyone at the table, from the enthusiast to the newcomer.
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About Warre's
Warre's is the oldest British port house, established in 1670. The house is known for an elegant, perfumed style that sets it apart from the more powerful or austere offerings of its peers. Part of the Symington Family Estates, Warre's applies careful attention to their LBV, producing a wine that reflects the house style at every level.
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