Taylor’s Late Bottled Vintage Port 2020 belongs to the time-honoured category of LBV Ports, which Taylor’s has played a key role in shaping to offer a high-quality, ready-to-drink alternative to classic Vintage Port. Whilst Vintage Ports are bottled after a short period of cask ageing, an LBV remains in wooden casks for four to six years before being bottled when ready to drink. The 2020 vintage is based on a selection of intense, full-bodied Ports from the 2019 harvest, sourced from Taylor’s own vineyards as well as top sites in Cima Corgo and the Douro Superior. Only traditional, high-quality Douro grape varieties were used: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca and Tinto Cão, whose interplay provides structure, depth and complexity.


Even today, Taylor’s is regarded as a leading producer in the LBV segment, and the 2020 vintage bears the house’s signature style: power, elegance and precise fruit depth. As the wine is bottled ready to drink, it does not require decanting. A serving temperature of 16–18 °C is recommended, whilst the wine should be stored in a cool place, upright and away from direct light. The combination of a classic selection of grape varieties, traditional production methods and careful barrel ageing makes this port a stylish choice for enjoyable evenings, special occasions and as an accompaniment to aromatic dishes.

Tasting Note

In the glass, it displays a deep purple colour with a ruby-red rim. On the nose, delicate layers of wild strawberry, blackcurrant, raspberry and plum unfold, accompanied by floral notes, liquorice and hints of rock rose. On the palate, the port is full-bodied and precisely structured, underpinned by firm tannins and distinct flavours of dark fruit. The finish is long-lasting, balanced and delicately nuanced.

This Late Bottled Vintage Port pairs excellently with aromatically intense cheeses such as Stilton, Roquefort or mature blue cheese, as its structure and sweetness perfectly complement their distinctive flavours. It is also an excellent accompaniment to desserts made with dark chocolate, berries, plums or spiced cakes. It really comes into its own with winter desserts such as chocolate cake, mousse, cherry clafoutis or nut-based creations. Even on its own after a meal, it impresses with its depth and elegance, making it a stylish choice for enjoyable evenings.

Distributor/Importer:

Distributor/Importer: WEIN WOLF Import GmbH & Co Vertriebs KG, Münchner Bundesstraße 107, 5020 Salzburg, Austria, office@weinwolf.com

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Allergens:

• O (= Schwefeldioxid und Sulfite)

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