NV Niepoort Tawny Port

A blend of Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinto Cão, Tinta Francisca, Tinta Amarela, Sousão, Tinta Roriz; all certified organic and biodynamic from low-yielding 30+ year old vineyards in the Cima Corgo region. Hand harvested, given a long maceration, then foot-trodden in round, temperature-controlled granite lagares for four hours everyday after harvest. Wine is then fortified after 50% of fermentation is complete with brandy spirit, then aged in small, old oak casks at Vila Nova de Gaia for 3.5 years. Residual sugar is 100 g/L. Brick red/tawny in color, with delicate nutty aromas and a hint of dried fruits. Balanced and luscious with a long lively finish. Excellent quality to price ratio. A no-brainer pairing for desserts, but this can also be served slightly chilled as an aperitif or with pâtés, foie gras or onion tarts if you are feeling fancy!