NIEPOORT | TAWNY PORTO 37,5cl

Niepoort Tawny Port 37.5cl – Elegance and tradition from the Douro

Product Description

Niepoort Tawny is a perfect invitation to discover the world of aged Ports. Fresh, light, and harmonious, it combines the liveliness of fruit with the complex notes provided by wood aging. Its gentle and balanced character makes it an accessible wine for those new to the world of Port, without sacrificing the elegance and personality that distinguish the historic Niepoort house.

Characteristics

Winery: Niepoort
Wine type: Tawny Port
Origin: Douro, Portugal
Subregion: Douro Valley
Grape varieties: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Cão, Tinta Francisca, Tinta Amarela, Sousão, and Tinta Roriz
Alcohol content: 19.5% vol.
Format: 37.5 cl
Soil: Schist
Climate: Atlantic
Vineyard age: Over 30 years
Yield: Between 4,000 and 6,000 vines per hectare
Harvest: Manual, between September and October, with low yields
Vinification: Fermentation in traditional lagares with periodic treading
Aging: Minimum 3 years in 550-liter oak barrels

Tasting Notes

Color: Brick red with mahogany nuances evolving into brownish tones.
Nose: Delicate and elegant, with aromas of walnut, dried fruits, cashews, and a hint of fresh black fruit.
Palate: Balanced and harmonious, where the freshness of the fruit integrates perfectly with the nuances of aging. Long, smooth, and persistent finish.

Pairing and Serving

Serve between 12 and 14 ºC. Excellent with chocolate desserts, dried fruits, foie gras, pâtés, or as a slightly chilled aperitif. Also a magnificent companion for a relaxed after-dinner drink.

Niepoort Tawny is the meeting point between youth and maturity. A wine that retains the energy of fruit while acquiring the elegance of wood, offering a balanced, warm, and deeply pleasant experience.