Niepoort Baton 2021/2022
Niepoort Baton 2021/2022 - 2021 is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
96 points by Robert Parker (2021)
Niepoort Batuta is a red wine from the Douro where every detail is carefully considered to obtain a complex, fine and elegant wine.
The grapes used to produce this wine come from Carril, a vineyard that is over 70 years old and faces north, and from old vines that are around 100 years old, close to Quinta de Nápoles. Batuta is the result of a delicate vinification process, with prolonged maceration but little extraction, where every detail is carefully considered to obtain a complex, fine and elegant wine.
Niepoort Batuta 2021 has a deep and vibrant ruby colour. On the nose, it reveals an impressive complexity, with notes of ripe red and black fruits, such as cherry and blackcurrant, enveloped by subtle floral nuances and a touch of fine spices. The wood is perfectly integrated, giving light aromas of cedar and graphite, without overpowering the expression of the terroir.
In the mouth, it shows a remarkable structure, with silky and well-defined tannins. Despite its concentration, characteristic of old Douro vines, it maintains a captivating freshness and an elegant profile. The finish is long, balanced and harmonious, leaving a persistence of wild fruits and a slight minerality.
A wine that combines power and sophistication, reflecting the essence of the Douro with delicacy and depth. Ideal for aging, but already offering great pleasure when tasted.
Country: Portugal
Region: Duero
Type: Red
Vendor: Niepoort Vinhos
Winemaker: Dirk Niepoort
Castes: Black Malvasia, Rufete, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca
Alcoholic Content: 12%