Tawny 10 Years Old Port - Niepoort

Sousão, Tinta Amarela, Tinta Cão, Tinta Francisca, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Francesa, Touriga Nacional and other red Portuguese grape varieties are used for the Tawny 10 Years Old Port from Niepoort. 

In the glass, this Tawny Port shimmers an appealing  brick red with orange highlights. The rich bouquet reveals intense aromas of dried apricots - underpinned by orange peel and nutty hints. This is joined by aromas of toffee, caramel and honey. On the palate, this port has a full-bodied and lush character, underpinned by a fiery spirit aroma. The long-lasting finish awaits with a nutty touch. 

Vinification of Niepoort Tawny 10 Years Old Port

From the single vineyards Vinha da Pisca, Vale do Pinhão and Ferrão from over 60 years old vines come the hand-picked grapes for this port.

The grapes are foot-stomped in Lagares using traditional methods and also fermented in them after maceration. After fermentation is complete, this Port is aged for many years in small wooden barrels with a capacity of 550 liters (pipas). The barrels are stored in the cellars of Vila Nova de Gaia. This tawny contains up to 50 different wines, aged between 3 and 50 years. The result is a port whose average age is 10 years. The blending is done by Niepoort Master Blender, José Nogueira.

Food recommendation for the Tawny 10 Years Old Port Niepoort

Enjoy this port after dinner with well-matured cheeses, or with all sorts of chocolate desserts. But this port is also a real treat on its own.

Awards for the 10 Years Old Tawny Port Niepoort

Vinum: 16.5 points

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