2016 Niepoort Turris Tinto

£135.00

The Luxurious Depth of Niepoort's Flagship Red

Fulfilling a dream of Dirk Niepoort, Turris is a wine made from an old vineyard, over 130 years old, facing south, in Cima Corgo, Douro. Turris Tinto is a flagship red wine from Niepoort, named after the Latin word for tower, reflecting the winery's commitment to crafting wines of strength and structure.

A blend of traditional Douro grape varieties, including Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, and others. Exceptional growing conditions in 2016 led to a perfect harvest in late August, resulting in high quality grapes with excellent acidity and health.

The fermentation occurred in stainless steel vats with gentle maceration for 5 weeks. Aged for 12 months in fudre, over 60 years old, brought from the Mosel region in Germany, and 24 months in bottle prior to release.

 

Tasting Note: Deep violet shades and subtle hints of ruby. The refreshing and refined palate surprises with crispness and precision. Alluring tastes of exotic spices and pink pepper, while the mineral undertones and dark blackcurrant flavours continue to excite. Savour its electrifying and elegant texture, with a lingering finish that leaves a lasting impact. This wine boasts a complexity and character that embody its exclusive origins in the historic vineyards of Douro.

Origin: Douro Valley, Portugal

Alcohol: 11.6%

Blend: Red Blend

6 in stock
75cl
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Goes well with

Savoury dishes, peppery steak, red meats, game.

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Niepoort

Experience the independent family business, passed successfully for five generations from one Niepoort to the next, with older and younger generations working side by side for a long period. We eagerly anticipate the sixth generation, ready for a future of close collaboration.

Dirk Niepoort, part of the fifth generation, leads the family business, following the retirement of his father, Eduard Rudolph Niepoort. Since his studies in Switzerland, Dirk has been passionate about wine and has brought innovation to the traditional Niepoort brand.

Niepoort strives to maintain its status as a "niche player" by crafting unique ports and Douro wines that blend centuries-old customs with modernity. This combination also encompasses wine from two other regions, the Bairrada and Dão, which have contributed to shaping the Douro - Bairrada - Dão triangle. The newest points in this triangle also "deliver the goods" and hold a significant place for Niepoort, as they possess immense potential by combining the rich heritage of Portugal's winemaking history with the potential for innovation.

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