Niepoort Charme 2022

Niepoort Charme 2022

Light & Bright Tinta Roriz • Touriga Franca Douro , Portugal
Fine red cherry, rose, graphite and silky restraint.
£71.95
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Why You'll Love It
A Douro red that thinks like Burgundy. Charme is fragrant and remarkably delicate, with sour cherry, dried herbs and graphite carried by perfectly judged tannins. A wine of detail rather than muscle, and a compelling choice with roast game or duck.
About The Producer
Niepoort is one of the defining names in modern Portuguese wine. Founded in 1842 in Vila Nova de Gaia as an independent Port house, it remains in the hands of the Niepoort family, now spanning six generations. Dirk Niepoort joined his father Rolf in 1987 and began challenging what people expected from the Douro. By acquiring Quinta de Nápoles and Quinta do Carril and championing dry wines alongside the family's outstanding Ports, he helped transform the reputation of Portugal's indigenous grapes and vineyards. Rather than chasing sheer weight or concentration, Niepoort's approach favours freshness, balance, character and a genuine expression of place. That curiosity has since taken the family into Dão, Bairrada, Vinho Verde and beyond, working with old vines, local varieties and like-minded growers. Today Dirk works alongside the next generation, including Daniel and Marco, who continue to push the estate forward without losing sight of its roots. For Vino Gusto, Niepoort is far more than a great Port house: it is one of the most influential and exciting producers in Portuguese wine.
Winemaking Information
Charme 2022 was made from old Douro vines, including Tinta Roriz and Touriga Franca, planted on schist at approximately 300–350 metres. The 2022 grapes were harvested early to protect finesse, with 100% whole bunches foot-trodden in stone lagares. After a brief maceration, fermentation finished in French oak, where the wine matured for around 15 months. The published 2022 alcohol is 13.1%.
Wine Details
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Wine Details
Grape
  • Tinta Roriz
  • Touriga Franca
Region Douro
Country Portugal
Wine Type Red
Wine Style Light & Bright
Vintage 2022
ABV 13.1%
Volume 75cl
Production Methods
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
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