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2011 is one of the vintages that was widely praised and celebrated in the Douro region. The Niepoort Vintage Port from this harvest combines the concentration of a strong growing season with a style in which freshness and structure remain key.
| Weight | 1,5 kg |
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| Alcohol Content | 20% |
| Wine color | Red |
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| Region | Douro |
| Grape variety | Tinta Barroca, Tinta Roriz, Tinto Cao, Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional |
2011 is one of the vintages that was widely praised and recognized in the Douro. The Niepoort Vintage Port from this harvest combines the concentration of a strong growing season with a style in which freshness and structure remain key. It is a wine that has already undergone some bottle aging but is by no means at the end of its development.
In the Douro, 2011 is known as an exceptionally successful and widely acclaimed Vintage Port year. It is a vintage often praised for its combination of concentration and lively structure—qualities that allow for long-term aging in the bottle.
A Vintage Port is bottled relatively young. It then slowly evolves in the bottle, protected from the constant influence of oxygen, which plays a major role, particularly in Tawny Port. In a well-structured vintage like 2011, that evolution can remain interesting for decades.
The aroma combines black currants, blackberries, and ripe plums with violets, cocoa, and spices. The flavor is concentrated, with firm tannins that support the fruit. Fresh acidity adds vibrancy and balances the rich flavors. The long finish is an important part of the experience.
Those who open this wine today will taste a vintage that still possesses considerable power. Decanting can help aerate it and, if necessary, remove any sediment. For those who enjoy discovering more mature aromas of dried fruit and spices, continued aging under proper conditions is also an attractive option.
Also discover 2015 Niepoort Vintage Port and check out the Port Selection from Port2Port.
