**Museum Release** 2017 Niepoort Lote D, Bairrada

The Lote D is a very special terroir-driven wine whose every aromatic nuance reflects the deeply calcareous South-facing vineyard slope from which it was produced. With its light colour, low alcohol content and tremendous ageing potential, it is a tribute to the great Bairrada wines of the past. Dirk and Daniel Niepoort foster great passion for this wine and have therefore always harvested and vinified it separately. This is a father-and-son creation of great character.

 The Lote D 2017 started off its fermentation process with a period of 4 - 5 weeks in stainless steel and then finished fermenting in a large 2500L wooden barrel. This is also where the wine completed malolactic fermentation and an ageing period of 21 months. It was bottled unfiltered.

Tasting Note: The nose is the pure translation of the Baga variety, with hints of flowers, wild berries, smoky and leathery notes which complement the chalky character reminiscent of the vineyards’ terroir. The palate shows incredible structure and sophistication, the vibrant fruit and excellent acidity create a delicate, elegant and exceptionally fine wine overall. The finish is refreshing, saline and clearly expresses the wine’s limestone terroir. This wine will drink beautifully when young, showing off its harmony, but it also promises great ageing potential.

Origin: Bairrada, Portugal

Blend: Baga, Poeirinho