Cockburns Special Reserve Nr 1 Porto

High quality grapes and lots of spicy wooden barrels. Set aside to rest. Then just add Time. Our special reserve port was first created in 1969. Then it was the first of its kind and caused a revolution in the way Porto wine was seen and drunk by people around the world. Our winemakers have remained true to the original style of this remarkable wine. We select only the best, the most concentrated perfect grapes from Cockburn’s vineyards, at Quinta dos Canais, which are harvested by hand during harvest and then after a small “grind” (this is our word for trampling grapes in Portugal), we transform them in wine. AGING The wine is then aged in seasoned oak barrels, handcrafted by our own team of cooperators and then we add our special ingredient, a good portion of Time. We mature our special reserve more than other reserve ports. What’s so special about this Well, these extra years in the barrels are what give Cockburn’s special reserve its characteristic balance and smoothness. TASTING NOTES Our special reserve still has the ripe, vibrant fruit of youth and the wonderful tannins, which give it a slightly peppery spice on the tongue. But it also has the elegance of age: the softness and smoothness that can only be obtained by slow aging in old oak barrels. That’s what puts the Special in the Special Reserve. Special Reserve is officially the most important choice of reserve Porto wine in the world. This is what some of the most esteemed wine experts have said in the most important tastings, “in blinds”. take the full aromas of the wine) and then sit down. Best after a light lunch or dinner, when laughter and conversation flow. Cockburn’s Special Reserve is always the perfect guest. We recommend serving at room temperatureor slightly cooled in warmer weather. There is no need to decant Special Reserve, it is poured from the glass as we intended to enjoy it. FOOD ASSOCIATION It combiness particularly well with cheese and other desserts. And it will stay good to drink for up to six weeks after you open it.