2012 Niepoort Batuta (Half)

£45.00

"Less is more", reflects the concept of this wine.

 

Batuta is a wine that embodies extremes. It strikes a balance between abundance and restraint, with a delicate yet intense aroma and finely-presented tannins. The grapes are sourced from the 70-year old Carril vineyard and other old vineyards near Quinta de Nápoles, resulting in a concentrated and fresh wine. The meticulous vinification process, including long macerations with minimal extraction, results in a complex, refined, and elegant wine.

In 2012, the Douro region experienced a severe drought, resulting in a 15-day delay in the vineyard's vegetative cycle compared to previous years. However, the following winter's cold temperatures provided favorable conditions for balanced vegetation growth. The grapes were able to develop good total acidity and a fresh, balanced palate due to the milder maturation period. The harvest occurred in September.

After a careful selection, both in the vineyard and in the cellar, fermentation took place in stainless steel vats and wooden vats, with maceration for around 60 days. It then aged for 22 months in French oak barrels, 25% of which were new wood, where malolactic fermentation took place.

Tasting Note: Immerse yourself in its complex and deep aroma, with hints of black plum, forest fruits, and exotic spices like black and green pepper. A touch of Mediterranean herbal notes adds a fresh and mineral aspect to the already alluring profile. On the palate is a luxurious and refined experience, as the firm structure and velvety tannins create a perfect balance. Despite its youth, the wine boasts excellent volume and natural acidity, resulting in a fine, long, and seductive finish.

Origin: Douro Valley, Portugal

Alcohol: 13.5%

Blend: Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Rufete, Malvasia Preta

10 in stock
37.5cl
Reviews
Goes well with

Batuta is very flexible in combination with meat and fish such as monkfish.

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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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