Niepoort "Dócil" 2023 Loureiro Vinho Verde

750ml bottle

11.5% abv

PRODUCER Projecto Dirk Niepoort

REGION Verdes

SOIL TYPE Granite

VINEYARDS From a local producer

AVERAGE VINE AGE More than 25 years

GRAPE VARIETIES Loureiro

VINES PER HA 1400

PRUNING METHOD Unilateral single cordon

ALTITUDE (M) 150

HARVEST PERIOD September

HARVEST METHOD Hand picked

MALOLACTIC Without malolatic

FERMENTATION In stainless steel tanks

BOTTLED February 2023

AGEING 5 months in stainless steel tanks

DRY EXTRACT (G/DM³) 21.9

RESIDUAL SUGAR (G/DM³) 2.6

PH 3.19

TOTAL ACIDITY (G/DM³) 6.3

VOLATILE ACIDITY (G/DM³) 0.27

FREE SO₂ AT BOTTLING (MG/DM³) 30

TOTAL SO₂ (MG/DM³) 98

VOLUMIC MASS (G/CM³) 0.991

PRODUCTION 30,000 Bottles

ALLERGENS Sulfitos

FOOD SUGGESTIONS Dishes with Shellfish. Vegetarian suggestions: salads; Asian food.

SUITABLE FOR VEGANS & VEGETARIANS yes

The Dócil is the result of our search for a Vinho Verde which reflects the region’s terroir, with a balanced and well-rounded character, and whose vinification relies on the vibrant acidity of the Loureiro grape variety. This Loureiro stems from its traditional home, the Lima Valley, and is produced from vines growing in granitic soils. The aromatic profile of this grape is beautifully expressive, with predominant floral and mineral aromas.

The 2023 harvest saw the Loureiro variety maintaining freshness and perfect balance. Whole bunches were pressed gently, then the must was left to settle before fermenting at a low temperature.

This Dócil is a white wine from the Vinho Verde region, showing a typically elegant aromatic profile. The nose reveals floral notes and citrus aromas, with hints of tropical fruits. The structure is delicate and straight forward, the acidity is long and lingering finishing almost spicy.

This is a consistent performer wine which beautifully shows the tepidity of its grape varietal as well as the region. Great to have with Sushi, Indian, or Thai cuisines.