Niepoort 20 Years Old 37,5 cl
Description
José Nogueira, Maître Assembleur chez Niepoort et l'une des figures les plus importantes de Porto, crée ce tawny à partir de différents millésimes qui vieillissent dans les caves classiques de Vila Nova de Gaia pendant environ 20 ans. Au cours de ces deux décennies d'élevage oxydatif, le vin s'adoucit, s'affine et évolue, acquérant de délicieux arômes de fruits secs, de fruits déshydratés et de caramel. Un bouquet harmonieux qui a séduit la critique. Sublime avec un plateau de fromages et des desserts au chocolat et aux fruits
Fiche technique
Dégustation
Vignoble et élaboration
L'avis des experts
The NV 20 Year Old Tawny Port was bottled in 2016 with a long cork. On first taste, I liked this far more than the 1997 Colheita reviewed this issue (about the same age). This has a bit more weight, a bit more intensity of complex flavors, a hint of brandy and a bit more power. That said, the Colheita stands out more for its texture and freshness. I personally liked the balance a bit better on the 1997, but they are both awfully good and each will justly have their fans. Or, resolve the problem by buying some of each. There's no right answer--and no wrong one. Pricing was not available as of this writing.
Wow. So much pretty toffee, salted caramel and chocolate with candied-plum character. Lightly salty. It’s translucent and vivid. Full-bodied, yet tight and polished with vibrance and regal sense. Medium-sweet. Energetic. Drink now.