€48.00
An independent family-owned wine business since 1842, Niepoort is widely considered to be one of the highest quality Portuguese producers, with many new and innovative wines created by winemaker.
Dirk Niepoort, since the early 90s. 2020 is only the fourth vintage of this particular cuvée, a lighter-bodied and aromatic red made from 100% Bastardo (aka Trousseau) from old, organically cultivated vineyards of the Quinta de Nápoles.
Tasting Notes from Pinto Wines |
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| Colour | Vibrant red |
| Nose | Herbal, spicy with some red fruits |
| Palate | On the palate, it shows tension, vivacity and a distinctly linear acidity |
Fact Sheet |
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| Size | 75 cl |
| Grape Variety | 100% Bastardo |
| Alcohol % | 16% |
| Style | lighter-bodied |
| Estate/Producer | Niepoort Vinhos |
| Country / Region | Portugal / Douro |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Vinification | The grapes were 100% whole-bunch fermented in closed wooden balseiro casks, with a skin contact period of 27 days |
| Cellaring/Ageing Potential | Enjoyed slightly chilled with a variety of foods. |
| Closure | Natural Cork |
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