Redoma Tinto

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Redoma Tinto is Niepoort’s original Douro wine, first released in 1991. It is like Douro: “extreme, with a rigorous character”. Old north-facing vineyards from Quinta de Napoles and Pinhao Valley form the basis of Redoma Tinto. Its main varieties are Tinta Amarela, Tinta Roriz and Touriga Franca. 

The 2021 vintage produced larger yields than expected. At Quinta de Napoles, this meant an increase of 50% as compared to the previous year. The 2021 harvest began on 11th of August, with ideal indicators: musts with high acidity levels, moderate alcohol as well as beautifully firm skin on the berries made for well-balanced red and white wines. Some instability in the weather during the month of September led to the cellar receiving an exceptionally large number of bunches, with various levels of ripeness according to their geographical origins. Forgoing any special sorting process, 100% whole bunches were transferred into stainless steel lagares equipped with mechanised stomping devices, where they macerated for a short period of time. Lastly, the wine went through malolactic fermentation in old wooden barrels where it also matured for approximately 22 months. 

The Redoma Tinto 2021 is a Niepoort Classic which reflects the elegance, structure, and acidity that only a region as diverse as the Douro Valley can express. The colour is ruby-red concentrated with violet hues. The nose is delicate and complex, floral, cherry and rhubarb with hints of tobacco, graphite and spices. On the palate it is structured, round and precise. The balanced acidity promises longevity and the finish is long and piquant. 

Serve with spicy dishes, pepper steak, red meat, or venison. For vegetarian dishes it pairs well with dishes that feature mushrooms.