Niepoort - Redoma Branco

The vineyards for Redoma Branco are all planted in high altitutes, therefore grapes have a longer and cooler ripening period (particularly at night). All the vineyards are over 60 years old. The main variety are Rabigato and Códega. It does not contain any Malvasia Fina grapes.

Vinification

2003 was a very hot year, particularly in the summer but also during the harvest.

Knowing this, we made a very close maturation control from early on and made sure to pick the grapes at the right time, achieving good ripeness but keeping acidity levels as high as possible.

After a very meticulous selection, the grapes were pressed. One day later, the must went into barrels, where the wine was kept on its lees until the bottling in July 2004. None of the barrels went through malolactic.

Tasting Notes

The wine has a medium concentration and is quite balanced, with a good “grease” and acidity, and a fresh and long finish. Clearly a wine to go with food, particularly fish or sea food, matching also some kinds of cheese.

Technical Information

Producer: Niepoort (Vinhos) S.A.
Region: Douro
Wine Color: White
Vineyards: Quinta de Nápoles
Average Vine Age: 15 to 70 years
Grape Varieties: Rabigato, Códega, Donzelinho, Viosinho, Arinto and others
Vines per HA: 6000
Pruning Method: Guyot and Royat
Altitude (m): 300
Harvest Period: September
Harvest Method: Hand picked
Malolactic: None
Fermentation: 2 years in casks and old pipes
Bottled: July 2004
Ageing: 15 months in french oak casks
Dry Extract (g/dm³): 29.8
Alcohol (%): 13.5
pH: 3.61
Total Acidity (g/dm³): 5.85
Volatile Acidity (g/dm³): 0.66
Free SO₂ at Bottling (mg/dm³): 27
Production: 6.000 bottles
Food Suggestions: Oven backed fish, dishes with white meat. Vegetarian suggestions: pasta or noodle, dishes with cheese.
Last Updated: 2023-03-20

Redoma Branco 2004 comes from small and very old vineyards, with many different varieties. The most important are Rabigato, Códega, Donzelinho, Viosinho and Arinto. This vineyards are planted in high altitudes, between 400 and 700 meters, on the right side of Douro river. The final result it’s an impressive fresh and mineral wine, but showing also concentration and complexity.

Vinification

The harvest was done by hand to small 25kg boxes in the first half of september. The grapes were carefully chosen in the cellar and 24 hours after pressing, the juice was decanted at low temperature. The wine was fermented on french oak barrels at 18ºC and aged for 8 months with lees and without malolactic fermentation to maintain the freshness and the aromas. Redoma Branco 2004 was done surching for freshness and elegance along with a good concentration.

Tasting Notes

Intense citric aroma, apricots with notes of minerality and good complexitycitric and mineral fresh flavour. Good volume. The wood is well integrated with a long and complex final.

Technical Information

Producer: Niepoort (Vinhos) S.A.
Region: Douro
Wine Color: White
Vineyards: Quinta de Nápoles and Pinhão
Average Vine Age: 40 to 80 years
Grape Varieties: Rabigato, Códega, Donzelinho, Viosinho, Arinto and others
Vines per HA: 5000
Pruning Method: Guyot and Royat
Altitude (m): 400-700
Harvest Period: September
Harvest Method: Hand picked
Malolactic: None
Fermentation: French oak casks
Bottled: May 2005
Ageing: 8 month in french oak casks (228l)
Dry Extract (g/dm³): 24.5
Alcohol (%): 13.9
pH: 3.19
Total Acidity (g/dm³): 5.4
Volatile Acidity (g/dm³): 0.58
Free SO₂ at Bottling (mg/dm³): 30
Production: 14.000 bottles
Food Suggestions: Oven backed fish, dishes with white meat. Vegetarian suggestions: pasta or noodle, dishes with cheese.
Last Updated: 2023-03-20

The vineyards for the Redoma Branco are all at an altitude between 400 and 800 meters, this provides the necessary cooler growing conditions (particularly at night) and longer ripening times. All of these vineyards have vines which are over 60 years old. The main grape variety is Rabigato, though there is a high proportion of Códega and many other varieties as well.

Vinification

2007 was a fantastic year for Douro wines, after a rainy Spring that substantially increased disease incidence in the vineyards, but helped to maintain a good amount of water in the soil. An unusually fresh August in the Douro Valley led to a slow and balanced maturation process.

Harvest was done with good weather, cool night temperatures and without rain.

After a first selection of grapes carried out in the vineyard, a very meticulous selection was undertaken before destemming and gentle pressing. The must obtained was left to settle and then transferred to small French oak casks (228l), for natural fermentation. The wine aged in casks on its lees without stirring, for 9 months without malolactic fermentation.

Tasting Notes

Extremely fresh and elegant, with great complexity, with citric and mineral aromas and apricots and notes of white peaches.

The palate has crisp acidity and great intensity with full texture, with a raft of white fruit flavors’ and mineral overtones, the Redoma is very persistent , with very good ageing potential.

Technical Information

Producer: Niepoort (Vinhos) S.A.
Region: Douro
Wine Color: White
Vineyards: Serveral vineyards
Average Vine Age: Over 60 years
Grape Varieties: Rabigato, Códega, Donzelinho, Viosinho, Arinto and others
Vines per HA: 6500
Pruning Method: Guyot and Royat
Altitude (m): 400-800
Harvest Period: September
Harvest Method: Hand picked
Malolactic: None
Fermentation: French oak casks
Bottled: June 2008
Ageing: 8 month in French oak casks (228l)
Dry Extract (g/dm³): 20.3
Residual Sugar (g/dm³): 3
Alcohol (%): 12.7
pH: 3.35
Total Acidity (g/dm³): 5.28
Volatile Acidity (g/dm³): 0.44
Free SO₂ at Bottling (mg/dm³): 28
Production: 16.023 bottles
Food Suggestions: Oven backed fish, dishes with white meat. Vegetarian suggestions: pasta or noodle, dishes with cheese.
Last Updated: 2023-03-20

Redoma Branco 2008 comes from small and old vineyards, with many different varieties, the most important are Rabigato, Códega, Donzelinho, Viosinho and Arinto. These special vines tend to offer delicated and mineral wines with great complexity. These vineyards are planted in high altitudes, between 400 and 700 meters, on the right side of Douro river. The final result it’s an impressive wine, with great intensity, fresh and mineral.

Vinification

2008 was a very fresh year with good amount of water in the soil during maturation process, very cold nights for the season during August and September gave to the wines very fresh and delicate aromas.

The harvest was done middle September. After sorting, grapes were pressed during nigth without maceration, and decanted during 24 hours at 10°C.

The natural fermentation occurred in French oak barrels at 18°C and aged for 9 months with lees, without malolactic fermentation or batonnage to maintain the freshness and the aromas. Redoma Branco 2008 was done searching for freshness and elegance trying to express Douro old vineyards.

Tasting Notes

Very fine mineral aroma and citric notes, apricots aromas, slight smoky character, quite elegant. Citric and mineral fresh flavour. Along with apricots and almonds notes. Good volume with great freshness, the wood is very well integrated with a long and complex final.

Technical Information

Producer: Niepoort (Vinhos) S.A.
Region: Douro
Wine Color: White
Vineyards: Quinta de Nápoles and Pinhão
Average Vine Age: 40 to 80 years
Grape Varieties: Rabigato, Códega, Donzelinho, Viosinho, Arinto and others
Vines per HA: 5000
Pruning Method: Guyot and Royat
Altitude (m): 400-700
Harvest Period: September
Harvest Method: Hand picked
Malolactic: None
Fermentation: French oak casks
Bottled: June 2009
Ageing: 9 month in French oak casks (228l)
Dry Extract (g/dm³): 19.8
Residual Sugar (g/dm³): 2.8
Alcohol (%): 12.97
pH: 3.19
Total Acidity (g/dm³): 5.72
Volatile Acidity (g/dm³): 0.45
Free SO₂ at Bottling (mg/dm³): 28
Production: 19.400 bottles
Food Suggestions: Oven backed fish, dishes with white meat. Vegetarian suggestions: pasta or noodle, dishes with cheese.
Last Updated: 2023-03-20

The grapes for Redoma Branco 2009 came from small and old vineyards, with many different varieties: Rabigato, Códega, Donzelinho, Viosinho and Arinto are the main ones. These vines, planted at high altitude, between 400 and 700 meters, on the right side of the Douro River, tend to result in delicate and mineral wines with great complexity. The final result is an impressive wine, with great intensity, freshness and minerality.

Vinification

2009 was a very fresh year until the beginning of August. A good amount of water in the soil and a cold weather, unusual in the Douro Valley, were leading us to a long maturation season. But incredible high temperatures from 12th of August onwards, resulted in a very fast maturation process all over the region without any shrivel berry. Harvest started earlier, in the beginning of September.

After sorting, the grapes were pressed during the night without any maceration, and decanted during 24 hours at low temperature. The natural fermentation occurred in French oak barrels (228l and 500l) at 18°C, ageing afterwards for 8 months with lees, without malolactic fermentation or batonnage to maintain the freshness.

Redoma Branco 2009 was done in search of freshness and elegance. Using higher and less exposed vineyards, we manage to keep good freshness after a very hot maturation period.

Tasting Notes

Very fine and complex aroma, with mineral and citric notes, apricots, peaches and white flowers aromas, with a slight smoky character, very elegant. Citric and mineral fresh flavor, along with almonds notes. Good volume and concentration with very good freshness leading to a long and complex final.

Technical Information

Producer: Niepoort (Vinhos) S.A.
Region: Douro
Wine Color: White
Vineyards: Quinta de Nápoles and Pinhão
Average Vine Age: 40 to 80 years
Grape Varieties: Rabigato, Códega, Donzelinho, Viosinho, Arinto and others
Vines per HA: 5000
Pruning Method: Guyot and Royat
Altitude (m): 400-700
Harvest Period: September
Harvest Method: Hand picked
Malolactic: None
Fermentation: French oak casks
Bottled: May 2010
Ageing: 8 months in French Oak Casks (228l and 500l)
Dry Extract (g/dm³): 17.7
Residual Sugar (g/dm³): 2
Alcohol (%): 13.73
pH: 3.3
Total Acidity (g/dm³): 4.87
Volatile Acidity (g/dm³): 0.45
Free SO₂ at Bottling (mg/dm³): 24
Production: 26.560 bottles
Food Suggestions: Oven backed fish, dishes with white meat. Vegetarian suggestions: pasta or noodle, dishes with cheese.
Last Updated: 2023-03-20

Redoma Branco 2010 comes from small old vineyards, planted with many different varieties, being the most important, Rabigato, Códega do Larinho, Arinto, Gouveio and Viosinho. These special vines tend to offer fresh, delicate and mineral wines with great complexity. The vineyards are planted in high altitudes, between 400 and 700 meters, in mica slate soils, on the right side of Douro River. The final result is an impressive wine, with great intensity, fresh and minerality.

Vinification

2010 was uncommonly wet during Winter and early Spring, with very strong rains during these few months, as a consequence we had high yields and strong diseases pressure in the vineyards. The maturation period was very hot and dry, but light rain in the first days of September helped, specially the older and high altitude vineyards to complete a more balanced maturation.

After sorting, grapes were pressed during the night without any maceration, and decanted during 24 hours at low temperature.

The natural fermentation occurred in French oak barrels and 500 lts casks at 18°C. The wine aged for 9 months with lees, without malolactic fermentation or batonnage to maintain the freshness.

Tasting Notes

Redoma 2010 is showing a special intense mineral character, combined with the citric and white flowers notes. The smoky oak character presence is subtle and combines perfectly with the aromatic complexity of the wine. The flavor is rich, but at the same time fresh and light, plenty of stone fruit notes, citric flavors and almond notes. Strong mineral flavor marks a long and complex final taste.

Technical Information

Producer: Niepoort (Vinhos) S.A.
Region: Douro
Wine Color: White
Vineyards: Quinta de Nápoles and Pinhão
Average Vine Age: 40 to 80 years
Grape Varieties: Rabigato, Códega, Donzelinho, Viosinho, Arinto and others
Vines per HA: 5000
Pruning Method: Guyot and Royat
Altitude (m): 400-700
Harvest Period: September
Harvest Method: Hand picked
Malolactic: None
Fermentation: French oak casks
Bottled: June 2011
Ageing: 9 months in French oak barrels (228l)
Dry Extract (g/dm³): 17.7
Residual Sugar (g/dm³): 2.6
Alcohol (%): 13.42
pH: 3.31
Total Acidity (g/dm³): 4.54
Volatile Acidity (g/dm³): 0.47
Free SO₂ at Bottling (mg/dm³): 24
Production: 37.352 bottles
Food Suggestions: Oven backed fish, dishes with white meat. Vegetarian suggestions: pasta or noodle, dishes with cheese.
Last Updated: 2023-03-20

Redoma Branco comes from small vineyards with more than 40 years old, planted with many different varieties, the most important are Rabigato, Códega do Larinho, Arinto, Gouveio, Boal and Viosinho. These special vines tend to offer delicate and mineral wines with great complexity. These vineyards are planted in high altitudes, between 400 and 700 meters, in mica slate soils, on the right side of Douro River. The final result it’s an impressive wine, with great intensity, freshness and minerality.

Vinification

Vineyard burst was uncommonly early in 2011, all the cycle was anticipated and harvest started earlier than ever before, nevertheless higher planted vineyards went slower than others, and when harvest was done all wines presented good quantity of malic acid, very important for the freshness in palate of the white wines where malolactic fermentation is not done.

After cooling truck transportation and sorting, the grapes were pressed very quickly during night without any maceration at low temperature, and decanted during 24 hours at low temperature.

The fermentationt occurred in French oak barrels of 228 lts and aged for 10 months with the fine lees, without malolactic fermentation or batonnage. The wine was bottled in the end of June.

Tasting Notes

Redoma 2011 have more intense aroma, with complex fruit notes of lemon, orange and apricot, more rich than in previous editions is also showing strong wet stone character contributing for the persistent mineral character. The palate is very firm, with great complexity and freshness thanks to the higher content of malic acid. The fruit character combines with the white flowers notes, and the almond and nuts aromas. Redoma 2011 is very intense and persistent in the palate, with great ageing potential.

Technical Information

Producer: Niepoort (Vinhos) S.A.
Region: Douro
Wine Color: White
Vineyards: Quinta de Nápoles and Pinhão
Average Vine Age: 40-80 years
Grape Varieties: Rabigato, Códega, Viosinho, Arinto and others
Vines per HA: 5000
Pruning Method: Guyot and Royat
Altitude (m): 400-700
Harvest Period: September
Harvest Method: Hand picked
Malolactic: None
Fermentation: French oak casks
Bottled: June 2012
Ageing: 10 month in French oak casks (228l)
Dry Extract (g/dm³): 17.2
Residual Sugar (g/dm³): 2
Alcohol (%): 13
pH: 3.32
Total Acidity (g/dm³): 4.3
Volatile Acidity (g/dm³): 0.5
Free SO₂ at Bottling (mg/dm³): 9
Production: 54.543 bottles
Food Suggestions: Oven backed fish, dishes with white meat. Vegetarian suggestions: pasta or noodle, dishes with cheese.
Last Updated: 2023-03-20

Redoma Branco grapes come from old vines on the right bank of the River Douro. These vines are located at an altitude of between 400 and 700 metres. Being old vines, there are many varieties, with a predominance of Rabigato, Códega do Larinho, Viosinho and Gouveio. The soils are of mica schist and these tend to give the wines a lot of minerality, and make them delicate and very fresh.

Vinification

2012 was notable for a lack of rain in the Douro region. As a consequence, the growing cycle of the vine began, on average, 15 days later than in previous years. Furthermore, the Winter of 2012 was marked by low temperatures, enabling the vegetation to grow in an appropriate and balanced way. The maturation period was cooler than usual and the cool temperatures allowed the grapes to develop a good level of acidity, essential for a fresh, balanced palate.

After refrigerated transport, the grapes were selected at the entrance to the cellar, and a gentle pressing followed. The must was decanted for about 24 hours.

Fermentation took place in French oak barrels, in the presence of fine lees but without batonnage. The Redoma remained in the barrels for 10 months and was bottled on 25 June.

Tasting Notes

Citrine colour and crystal clear, Redoma has a delicate, precise nose. Mineral notes prevail, accompanied by aromas of apricot and white fruit peel. Its flavour is fresh and balanced, with a slightly smoky character. Its wood is well integrated, and it is voluminous, with a long, complex finish. This wine is uniquely balanced, and has great ageing potential.

Technical Information

Producer: Niepoort (Vinhos) S.A.
Region: Douro
Wine Color: White
Soil Type: MIca Schist
Vineyards: Quinta de Nápoles and Pinhão
Average Vine Age: 40 to 80 years
Grape Varieties: Rabigato, Códega, Viosinho, Arinto and others
Vines per HA: 5000
Pruning Method: Guyot and Royat
Altitude (m): 400-700
Harvest Period: September
Harvest Method: Hand picked
Malolactic: None
Fermentation: French oak casks
Bottled: End of June 2013
Ageing: 10 months in French oak barrels
Dry Extract (g/dm³): 18
Alcohol (%): 13.5
pH: 3.24
Total Acidity (g/dm³): 4.9
Volatile Acidity (g/dm³): 0.5
Free SO₂ at Bottling (mg/dm³): 16
Total SO₂ (mg/dm³): 70
Volumic Mass (g/cm³): 0.99
Production: 26.376 bottles
Food Suggestions: Oven backed fish, dishes with white meat. Vegetarian suggestions: pasta or noodle, dishes with cheese.
Last Updated: 2023-03-20

Redoma Branco grapes come from old vines on the right bank of the River Douro. These vines are located at an altitude of between 400 and 600 metres. Being old vines, there are many varieties, with a predominance of Rabigato, Códega do Larinho, Viosinho, Donzelinho and Gouveio. The soils are of mica schist and that's why they tend to give the wines a lot of minerality, and make them delicate and very fresh.

Vinification

The 2013 harvest began on 19 August, earlier than usual, in order to maintain the high levels of acidity and avoid high degrees of alcohol. It was a more productive year, around 25% better than 2012. The decision to start harvesting earlier turned out to be the right one, since the main vineyards had already been harvested before it started raining heavily on the 27th September.

After refrigerated transport, the grapes were selected at the entrance to the cellar, and a gentle pressing followed. The must was decanted for about 24 hours.

Fermentation took place in French oak barrels, in the presence of fine lees but without bâtonnage. The Redoma White 2013 remained in the barrels for 10 months and was bottled on July 2.

Tasting Notes

Citrine colour and crystal clear, Redoma shows a fine and very precise aroma. Has a strong mineral character which gives it

freshness, along with stone fruit notes and orange zest. The wood toast is discrete and very well integrated. Good structure in the mouth, has volume and reveals a salty and mineral side, which is also characteristic in recent harvests. The natural acidity makes the wine lighter and very elegant. Rather long finish, with good citric notes. It is foreseen a great ageing potential.

Technical Information

Producer: Niepoort (Vinhos) S.A.
Region: Douro
Wine Color: White
Soil Type: Mica Schist
Vineyards: Quinta de Nápoles and Pinhão
Average Vine Age: 40 to 100 years
Grape Varieties: Rabigato, Códega, Donzelinho, Viosinho, Arinto and others
Vines per HA: 5000
Pruning Method: Guyot and Royat
Altitude (m): 400-600
Harvest Period: September
Harvest Method: Hand picked
Malolactic: None
Fermentation: French oak casks
Bottled: 2nd July 2014
Ageing: 10 months in French oak barrels
Dry Extract (g/dm³): 17.5
Residual Sugar (g/dm³): 1
Alcohol (%): 12.73
pH: 3.33
Total Acidity (g/dm³): 4.7
Volatile Acidity (g/dm³): 0.5
Free SO₂ at Bottling (mg/dm³): 16
Total SO₂ (mg/dm³): 64
Volumic Mass (g/cm³): 0.9884
Production: 21.952 bottles
Food Suggestions: Oven backed fish, dishes with white meat. Vegetarian suggestions: pasta or noodle, dishes with cheese.
Last Updated: 2023-03-20

Grapes for Redoma Branco come from old vines on the right bank of the Douro River, located at an altitude between 500 and 600 metres. The main varieties are Rabigato, Códega do Larinho, Viosinho, Donzelinho and Gouveio. The mica schist soils tend to originate mineral, delicate and very fresh wines.

Vinification

The year of 2014 at Quinta de Nápoles was characterised as a year of lower quantity but higher quality. Due to the large amount of water in the soil, everything indicated an early year. The maturation allowed us to start the harvest in August with most of the parcels being harvested between 23 August and 21 September. The grapes were carefully selected in the vineyard and at the winery on the selection tables, followed by a slow and gentle pressing. The must fermented naturally and aged for 8 months in French oak barrels. It was bottled on May 18, 2015.

Tasting Notes

Redoma 2014 has the profile of a typical Douro white wine, with a fresh and mineral character. It has a complex and intense aroma, marked with good citric and floral notes, recalling orange blossom. Present but delicate, the wood is in perfect harmony with the fresh and mineral aroma. On the palate, the wine shows to be more elegant than the previous vintage, with a very balanced, firm and persistent acidity. White flowers and some dry fruit notes offer a slightly salty, long, and appellative finish. It will age well in the cellar.

Technical Information

Producer: Niepoort (Vinhos) S.A.
Region: Douro
Wine Color: White
Soil Type: Mica Schist
Vineyards: Quinta de Nápoles and Pinhão
Average Vine Age: 40 to 100 years
Grape Varieties: Rabigato, Códega, Viosinho, Arinto and others
Vines per HA: 5000
Pruning Method: Guyot and Royat
Altitude (m): 400-600
Harvest Period: September
Harvest Method: Hand picked
Malolactic: None
Fermentation: French oak casks
Bottled: 18 May 2015
Ageing: 8 months in French oak barrels
Residual Sugar (g/dm³): 1.1
Alcohol (%): 12.5
pH: 3.22
Total Acidity (g/dm³): 5.2
Volatile Acidity (g/dm³): 0.5
Free SO₂ at Bottling (mg/dm³): 31
Total SO₂ (mg/dm³): 96
Volumic Mass (g/cm³): 0.9887
Food Suggestions: Oven backed fish, seafood rice, white meat dishes. Vegetarian suggestions: pasta or noodle, dishes with cheese.
Last Updated: 2023-03-20

Grapes for Redoma Branco come from old vines on the right bank of the Douro River, located at an altitude between 500 and 600 metres. The main varieties are Rabigato, Códega do Larinho, Viosinho, Donzelinho and Gouveio. The mica schist soils tend to originate mineral, delicate and very fresh wines.

Vinification

The weather conditions of the viticultural year 2015 were very favourable, with sun, a warm temperature and low humidity, allowing a homogeneous vegetative growth. One of the particular features of this year was the vineyard ability to remain hydrated during ripening. In late August, early September, the basal leaves still remained green and moist, with hydrated berries and a thick, firm skin.

The grapes were carefully selected in the vineyard and at the winery on the selection tables, followed by a slow and gentle pressing. The must fermented naturally and aged for 8 months in French oak barrels.

Tasting Notes

Redoma 2015 shows a very fresh, delicate and mineral character. It has a complex and intense aroma, marked with good citric and floral notes, recalling orange blossom. The wood is in perfect harmony with the fresh and mineral aroma. In the palate, the 2015 Redoma shows an incredible structure, slightly creamy with a very balanced, firm, held by a fantastic and persistent natural acidity. White flowers and some dry fruit notes offer a mineral, salty, long, and appellative finish. It will age well in the cellar at least 10 years.

Technical Information

Producer: Niepoort (Vinhos) S.A.
Region: Douro
Wine Color: White
Soil Type: Mica Schist
Vineyards: Quinta de Nápoles and Pinhão
Average Vine Age: 40 to 100 years
Grape Varieties: Rabigato, Códega, Viosinho, Arinto and others
Vines per HA: 5000
Pruning Method: Guyot and Royat
Altitude (m): 400-600
Harvest Period: September
Harvest Method: Hand picked
Malolactic: None
Fermentation: French oak casks
Ageing: 8 months in French oak barrels
Dry Extract (g/dm³): 17.5
Residual Sugar (g/dm³): 1.1
Alcohol (%): 12.5
pH: 3.32
Total Acidity (g/dm³): 5
Volatile Acidity (g/dm³): 0.5
Free SO₂ at Bottling (mg/dm³): 20
Total SO₂ (mg/dm³): 71
Volumic Mass (g/cm³): 0.9887
Food Suggestions: Oven backed fish, dishes with white meat. Vegetarian suggestions: pasta or noodle, dishes with cheese.
Last Updated: 2023-03-20

The grapes used for the Redoma Branco come from old vines growing on the right bank of the Douro River, at an altitude of 500 to 600 metres. The predominant grape varieties are Rabigato, Códega do Larinho, Viosinho, Donzelinho and Gouveio. The mica schist soils in which these vines thrive lend the resulting wines plenty of minerality, elegance and vibrant freshness.

Vinification

The 2016 vintage proved to be very atypical, with a warm and rainy winter, a cool and very wet spring and an extremely hot and dry summer. The weather conditions led to very early budburst (around 2 weeks early), followed nevertheless by a delay in the vegetative cycle during spring, especially with regard to veraison, which occurred approximately 2 weeks later than usual. Some parcels of Redoma were harvested at the end of August. The grapes were transported to the cellar under temperature-controlled conditions, sorted upon arrival and then gently pressed. The grape must was left to settle for approximately 24 hours. Fermentation took place in French oak barrels, on its fine lees, but without bâtonnage. The wine matured for 9 months and was bottled on 10 May 2017.

Tasting Notes

The 2016 Redoma shows incredible freshness, elegance and minerality. Its aromas are still relatively shy, with hints of stone, but with some time in the glass the wine develops more and more complexity, offering smoky notes as well as a citrusy and floral character reminiscent of orange blossoms. The wood is in perfect harmony with the fresh and mineral aromas. On the palate a light creaminess accompanies the fantastic natural acidity, resulting in a well-balanced, firm and persistent wine. Gloriously rich but at the same time fresh and light, it perfectly balances its fruit and acidity. Notes of white blossoms and some dried fruit culminate in the minerality and saline character of the wine’s long and compelling finish.

Technical Information

Producer: Niepoort Vinhos
Region: Douro
Wine Color: White
Soil Type: Schist
Vineyards: Small vineyard sites on the right bank of the Douro River
Average Vine Age: Between 65 and 85 years
Grape Varieties: Rabigato, Códega, Viosinho, Donzelinho, Dorinto and others
Vines per HA: 5000 vines
Pruning Method: Guyot and Royat
Altitude (m): 500-600m above sea level
Harvest Period: september
Harvest Method: hand picked
Malolactic: no
Fermentation: In French oak barrels
Bottled: 10 may 2017
Ageing: 8 months in French Oak
Residual Sugar (g/dm³): 1
Alcohol (%): 12
pH: 3.22
Total Acidity (g/dm³): 5.4
Volatile Acidity (g/dm³): 0.5
Free SO₂ at Bottling (mg/dm³): 21
Total SO₂ (mg/dm³): 69
Production: 42 000 litres
Food Suggestions: Roasted fish, seafood risotto and white meats. Vegetarian pairings: pasta with cheese.
Last Updated: 2023-03-20

The grapes used for the Redoma Branco originate from old vines growing on the right bank of the Douro River, at an altitude of between 500 and 600 metres. Here, the predominant grape varieties are Rabigato, Códega do Larinho, Viosinho, Donzelinho and Gouveio. The mica schist soils in which these vines thrive lend the resulting wines plenty of minerality, elegance and vibrant freshness.

Vinification

The 2017 viticultural year was once again very atypical in the Douro region. Due to the extreme drought, harvest began on 10 August and concluded on 10 September – according to our records, this is the earliest date we have ever started and ended harvesting.

The grapes proved to be of excellent quality, with firm and crunchy skins and ripe seeds. Thanks to Niepoort’s philosophy to harvest early, we were able to obtain fruit with sufficient acidity to produce fresh and elegant wines. The grapes were transported to the cellar under temperature-controlled conditions, sorted upon arrival and then gently pressed. The grape must was left to settle for approximately 24 hours. Fermentation took place in French oak barrels, on its fine lees, but without bâtonnage. The Redoma Branco 2017 matured for 8 months in barrel before being bottled in April 2018.

Tasting Notes

The 2017 Redoma Branco shows incredible freshness, pronounced aromas and minerality. Its aromas are still relatively shy, with hints of stone, smoky notes as well as a citrusy and floral character reminiscent of orange blossoms. The wood is in perfect harmony with the other aromas. On the palate a light creaminess accompanies the fantastic natural acidity, resulting in a well-balanced, firm and persistent wine. Gloriously rich but at the same time fresh and light, it perfectly balances its fruit and acidity. Floral notes and nuances of dried fruit culminate in the mineral and saline character of the wine’s long and compelling finish.

Technical Information

Producer: Niepoort (Vinhos) S.A
Region: Douro Cima Corgo
Wine Color: White
Soil Type: Schist
Vineyards: Pequenas vinhas da margem direita do rio Douro
Average Vine Age: 65-85 years
Grape Varieties: Rabigato, Códega, Viosinho, Donzelinho, Dorinto and others
Vines per HA: 5000 vines
Pruning Method: Guyot e Royat
Altitude (m): 500-600
Harvest Period: September
Harvest Method: Hand-picking
Malolactic: No
Fermentation: In French oak barrels
Bottled: April 2018
Ageing: 8 months in French oak barrels
Dry Extract (g/dm³): 19.8
Residual Sugar (g/dm³): 0.9
Alcohol (%): 13
pH: 3.22
Total Acidity (g/dm³): 5.7
Volatile Acidity (g/dm³): 0.4
Free SO₂ at Bottling (mg/dm³): 30
Total SO₂ (mg/dm³): 91
Volumic Mass (g/cm³): 0.99
Allergens: Sulphites
Food Suggestions: Oysters, oven-baked fish, poultry and other white meats. Vegetarian options: dishes based on root vegetables (turnips, sweet potato, beetroot), Caesar salad, cheese.
Last Updated: 2023-03-20
Bottle
Box: 15.1 23.4 × 6 7945 cardboard
Pallet: 120 80 × 8 Rows 100 Boxes

The grapes used for the Redoma Branco originate from old vines growing on the right bank of the Douro River, at an altitude of between 400 and 600 metres. Here, the predominant grape varieties are Rabigato, Códega do Larinho, Viosinho, Donzelinho and Gouveio. The mica schist soils in which these vines thrive lend the resulting wines plenty of minerality, elegance and vibrant freshness.

Vinification

2018 was a relatively cool year up until August, with the coolest July recorded in the 21st century. The vines seemed to be developing relatively late, with a delay of about 3 weeks compared to 2017. The first days of August brought a sudden spike in temperatures: the 4th of August was the hottest year to date this century. As a result, the berries ripened slowly during the month of September. The water stress caused the vines to produce musts with low alcohols and good phenolic ripeness, as well as good complexity and minerality. The white wine grapes were picked between 5 September and 2 October.

The grapes stem from old vines growing on the right bank of the Douro River, at an altitude of 400 to 600 metres above sea level. These vines predominantly grow in mica-schist soils, which, in combination with the complexity of the various grape varieties typical of the Douro region, create delicate wines full of freshness and minerality.

The decision not to harvest too late in enabled us in 2018 to obtain musts with a good balance between the natural acidity and sugar of the fruit. After being meticulously sorted on our sorting table, the fruit was gently pressed and left to settle for about 24 hours. Alcoholic fermentation took place spontaneously, in 228L and 500L French oak barrels, where the wine also aged for 6 months.

Tasting Notes

The 2018 vintage of the Redoma Branco offers a more delicate and slightly less expressive character than previous editions of this wine. One can distinguish refreshing aromas of lime, ginger and some exotic fruits. Very subtle hints of oak lend the Redoma balance and complexity, with great freshness on the palate as well as beautiful structure supported by firm acidity. A very long, mineral and lightly saline finish provides an elegant conclusion to the wine. While it is very delicate and harmonious in its youth, this wine will undoubtedly develop very well in bottle.

Technical Information

Producer: Niepoort (Vinhos) S.A
Region: Douro
Wine Color: White
Soil Type: Schist
Vineyards: Old vines on the right bank of the Douro River
Average Vine Age: 65-85 years
Grape Varieties: Rabigato, Códega, Viosinho, Donzelinho, Dorinto and others
Vines per HA: 5000
Pruning Method: Guyot and Royat
Altitude (m): 400-600
Harvest Period: August and September
Harvest Method: Hand picked
Malolactic: No
Fermentation: In French oak barrels
Bottled: March 2019
Ageing: 6 months in French oak barrels
Dry Extract (g/dm³): 18.5
Residual Sugar (g/dm³): 0.7
Alcohol (%): 11.8
pH: 3.29
Total Acidity (g/dm³): 5.4
Volatile Acidity (g/dm³): 0.4
Free SO₂ at Bottling (mg/dm³): 17
Total SO₂ (mg/dm³): 87
Volumic Mass (g/cm³): 0.98
Production: 70 000 bottles
Allergens: Sulfite
Food Suggestions: Oysters, oven-baked fish, poultry and other white meats. Vegetarian options: dishes based on root vegetables (turnips, sweet potato, beetroot), Caesar salad, cheese.
Suitable for Vegans & Vegetarians: yes
Last Updated: 2023-03-20
Bottle
Box: 15.1 23.4 30.2 × 6 7945 cardboard
Pallet: 120 80 × 8 Rows 100 Boxes

The grapes used for the Redoma Branco originate from old vines growing on the right bank of the Douro River, at an altitude of between 400 and 600 metres. Here, the predominant grape varieties are Rabigato, Códega do Larinho, Viosinho, Donzelinho and Gouveio. The mica schist soils in which these vines thrive lend the resulting wines plenty of minerality, elegance and vibrant freshness.

Vinification

The 2019 viticultural year was marked by dry weather. Spring began with high temperatures, which subsequently dropped and remained low during the entire summer. Some rainfall occurred at just the right point of the vines’ growth phase, and flowering took place in excellent weather conditions, leading to medium to high yields with healthy berries. The mild days and cool nights of the month of August allowed the fruit to ripen slowly and harmoniously.

Harvesting began on 8 August. The peak harvesting period took place during the week of 8 - 15 September, with the harvest ending on 1 October.

We consider 2019 to be an exceptional vintage for the “DO Douro” appellation, with a perfect balance between the natural acidity and sugar levels of the musts. This will result in white wines of great purity.

The grapes stem from old vines growing on the right bank of the Douro River, at an altitude of 400 to 600 metres above sea level. These vines predominantly grow in mica-schist soils, which, in combination with the complexity of the various grape varieties typical of the Douro region, create delicate wines full of freshness and minerality.

After being meticulously sorted on our sorting table, the fruit was gently pressed and left to settle for about 24 hours. Alcoholic fermentation took place spontaneously, in 228L and 500L French oak barrels, where the wine also aged for 6 months.

Tasting Notes

The Redoma Branco 2019 offers an exceptionally fresh and austere character. A complex nose combines subtle citrusy and floral notes with the minerality typical of mica-schist soils. The palate is silky, with an outstanding acidity which lends the wine a firm backbone. This light-footed Redoma Branco 2019 impresses with its balance and ageing potential. The finish is linear, dry and expressive.

Technical Information

Producer: Niepoort (Vinhos) S.A
Region: Douro
Wine Color: White
Soil Type: Schist
Vineyards: Old vines on the right bank of the Douro River
Average Vine Age: 65-85 years
Grape Varieties: Rabigato, Códega, Viosinho, Donzelinho, Dorinto and others
Vines per HA: 5000
Pruning Method: Guyot and Royat
Altitude (m): 400-600
Harvest Period: August and September
Harvest Method: Hand picked
Malolactic: No
Fermentation: In French oak barrels
Bottled: March 2020
Ageing: 6 months in French oak barrels
Dry Extract (g/dm³): 15.9
Residual Sugar (g/dm³): 1
Alcohol (%): 12.2
pH: 3.04
Total Acidity (g/dm³): 5.6
Volatile Acidity (g/dm³): 0.4
Free SO₂ at Bottling (mg/dm³): 17
Total SO₂ (mg/dm³): 76
Volumic Mass (g/cm³): 0.988
Production: 60 000 Bottles
Allergens: Sulfitos
Food Suggestions: Oysters, oven-baked fish, poultry and other white meats. Vegetarian options: dishes based on root vegetables (turnips, sweet potato, beetroot), Caesar salad, cheese.
Suitable for Vegans & Vegetarians: yes
Last Updated: 2023-03-20
Bottle
Box: 15.1 23.4 30.2 × 6 7945 cardboard
Pallet: 120 80 × 8 Rows 100 Boxes

The grapes used for the Redoma Branco originate from old vines growing on the right bank of the Douro River, at an altitude of between 400 and 600 metres. Here, the predominant grape varieties are Rabigato, Códega do Larinho, Viosinho, Donzelinho and Gouveio. The mica schist soils in which these vines thrive lend the resulting wines plenty of minerality, elegance and vibrant freshness.

Vinification

The 2020 growing year was very heterogeneous. A rainy winter was followed by a quite moderate spring, providing favourable conditions for the vines’ growth. On the other hand, the month of June was relatively cool and slowed down the growth cycle. July brought very high temperatures (the hottest since 1931), with three heat waves which reduced the yields somewhat.

Harvesting began in the first weeks of August in the hottest areas and concluded in the higher-lying slopes at the end of September.

The grapes stem from old vines growing on the right bank of the Douro River, at an altitude of 400 to 600 metres above sea level. These vines predominantly grow in mica-schist soils, which, in combination with the complexity of the various grape varieties typical of the Douro region, create delicate wines full of freshness and minerality.

After being meticulously sorted on our sorting table, the fruit was gently pressed and left to settle for about 24 hours. Alcoholic fermentation took place spontaneously, in 228L and 500L French oak barrels, where the wine also aged for 8 months.

Tasting Notes

The Redoma Branco 2020 embodies the elegance, structure and acidity which the mica-schist soils of the Douro are able to express.

A delicate bouquet reveals floral and citrusy notes, orchard fruit, herbaceous aromas as well as hints of hazelnut which lend the wine further complexity and character.

The palate offers good acidity and a light structure, ending on a dry and spicy finish. This is a seamless white Douro wine with incredible balance and great ageing potential.

Technical Information

Producer: Niepoort (Vinhos) S.A
Region: Douro
Wine Color: White
Soil Type: Schist
Vineyards: Old vines on the right bank of the Douro River
Average Vine Age: 65-85 years
Grape Varieties: Rabigato, Códega, Viosinho, Donzelinho, Dorinto and others
Vines per HA: 5000
Pruning Method: Guyot and Royat
Altitude (m): 400-600
Harvest Period: August and September
Harvest Method: Hand picked
Malolactic: No
Fermentation: In French oak barrels
Bottled: May 2021
Ageing: 8 months in French oak barrels
Dry Extract (g/dm³): 15.9
Residual Sugar (g/dm³): 0.8
Alcohol (%): 12.3
pH: 3.15
Total Acidity (g/dm³): 5
Volatile Acidity (g/dm³): 0.5
Free SO₂ at Bottling (mg/dm³): 19
Total SO₂ (mg/dm³): 77
Volumic Mass (g/cm³): 0.988
Production: 65000 Bottles
Allergens: Sulfitos
Food Suggestions: Oysters, oven-baked fish, poultry and other white meats. Vegetarian options: dishes based on root vegetables (turnips, sweet potato, beetroot), Caesar salad, cheese.
Suitable for Vegans & Vegetarians: yes
Last Updated: 2023-03-20
Bottle
Box: 15.1 23.4 30.2 × 6 7945 cardboard
Pallet: 120 80 × 8 Rows 100 Boxes

The grapes used for the Redoma Branco originate from old vines growing on the right bank of the Douro River, at an altitude of between 400 and 600 metres. Here, the predominant grape varieties are Rabigato, Códega do Larinho, Viosinho, Donzelinho and Gouveio. The mica schist soils in which these vines thrive lend the resulting wines plenty of minerality, elegance and vibrant freshness.

Vinification

The 2021 vintage produced larger yields than expected. At Quinta de Nápoles, this meant an increase of 50% as compared to the previous year.

The 2021 harvest began on 11 August, with ideal indicators: musts with high acidity levels, low 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 our cellars receiving an exceptionally large number of bunches, with various levels of ripeness according to their geographical origins.

The grapes stem from old vines growing on the right bank of the Douro River, at an altitude of 400 to 600 metres above sea level. These vines predominantly grow in mica-schist soils, which, in combination with the complexity of the various grape varieties typical of the Douro region, create delicate wines full of freshness and minerality.

After being meticulously sorted on our sorting table, the fruit was gently pressed and left to settle for about 24 hours. Alcoholic fermentation took place spontaneously, in 228L and 500L French oak barrels, where the wine also aged for 8 months.

Tasting Notes

This Redoma is an outstanding example of the Douro Valley’s potential to produce crisp, linear and uncomplicated white wines without underplaying the unmistakable complexity of the old vines, the terroir and the mica-schist soils of this region.

Fresh and delicate on the nose, this wine’s complexity and character is supported by a subtle fruity profile with notes of citrus and pineapple, floral nuances as well as herbaceous and nutty hints.

The palate shows good structure and excellent acidity, following through to a dry and piquant finish. This Douro white delights with its fantastic balance and ageing potential.

Technical Information

Producer: Niepoort(Vinhos) S.A
Region: Douro
Wine Color: White
Soil Type: Schist
Vineyards: Old vines on the right bank of the Douro River
Average Vine Age: 65-85 years
Grape Varieties: Rabigato, Códega, Viosinho, Donzelinho, Dorinto and others
Vines per HA: 5000
Pruning Method: Guyot and Royat
Altitude (m): 400-600
Harvest Period: August and September
Harvest Method: Hand picked
Malolactic: No
Fermentation: In French oak barrels
Bottled: May 2022
Ageing: 8 months in French oak barrels
Dry Extract (g/dm³): 18.3
Residual Sugar (g/dm³): 0.6
Alcohol (%): 11.4
pH: 3.2
Total Acidity (g/dm³): 6
Volatile Acidity (g/dm³): 0.4
Free SO₂ at Bottling (mg/dm³): 20
Total SO₂ (mg/dm³): 95
Volumic Mass (g/cm³): 0.99
Production: 67000 Bottles
Allergens: Sulfitos
Food Suggestions: Oysters, oven-baked fish, poultry and other white meats. Vegetarian options: dishes based on root vegetables (turnips, sweet potato, beetroot), Caesar salad, cheese.
Suitable for Vegans & Vegetarians: yes
Last Updated: 2023-03-20
Bottle
Box: 15.1 23.4 30.2 × 6 7945 cardboard
Pallet: 120 80 × 8 Rows 100 Boxes