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Niepoort 10 Year Aged Tawny Port is a wood-aged Tawny Port. Walnut, caramel, dried fig, and orange peel combine to create a warm bouquet. A distinctive choice for lovers of the Douro.
| Weight | 3 kg |
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| Alcohol Content | 20% |
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| Region | Douro |
| Wine color | Red |
A good Tawny Port tells the story of time spent in wooden barrels. Niepoort 10 Year Old Tawny brings together ripe fruit, nutty notes, and a lively freshness. It is an accessible introduction to the art of blending wood-aged port.
Niepoort was founded in 1842 and has been associated with the Douro for generations. In addition to Vintage Port, the house has a long tradition of producing Tawny Port. In the cellar, wines of various ages are selected and combined into a blend with a distinctive character.
The designation “10 Year Old” refers to an age category and the corresponding aging style. It is not a port from a single vintage. While aging in wood, the wine gradually comes into contact with oxygen. The color changes, and the aromas shift from fresh fruit to nuts, caramel, and dried fruit. The cellar master carefully monitors the balance between maturity and freshness throughout this process.
Walnut, dried fig, caramel, and orange peel can combine to create a warm and inviting aroma profile. A fresh note provides balance. Unlike Vintage Port, the primary complexity develops during oak aging, and prolonged further bottle aging is not the goal.
Serve slightly chilled, for example with desserts featuring nuts, caramel, or orange. This Tawny Port is also a pleasure to enjoy on its own. Extensive decanting is generally not necessary. Store the bottle in a cool place, away from direct sunlight.
See also Niepoort V V Old Tawny and discover other unique ports at Port2Port.
