Niepoort - Douro - Drink Me - Rouge - 2021

Wine:

A blend of local grape varieties planted on schist soils, the 2021 Red Douro Drink Me bursts with a multitude of red berry flavors. This light, refined, and full-bodied red wine offers harmonious enjoyment and is best enjoyed young with all types of cuisine. A full-flavored red that delivers immediate pleasure! Unbeatable at this price level.

Vinification:

Hand harvested in September. Grapes destemmed and fermented in stainless steel tanks. Skin contact maceration for 10 to 15 days. Elaboration during 6 months in 15% barrels and 85% in stainless steel tanks.

Color:

Intense red with garnet highlights.

Nose:

Pure, with aromas of red berries underlined by floral notes and a hint of balsamic.

Palate:

A light, delicate, fleshy palate, with coated tannins on this accessible, efficient wine.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Enchidos (traditional dry sausages), herb grills, artisanal charcuterie, Portuguese-style roast chicken.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2029

An undisputed master of Portugal, Niepoort cultivates vineyards across the entire country, capturing the most precise expressions of each terroir.

Since 1842, this historic Douro Valley family, acclaimed for their stunning cuvées, has elevated regional grape varieties to new heights, offering enthusiasts an unparalleled interpretation of Lusitanian viticulture.