Niepoort - Douro Redoma Branco Reserva 2023
96/100
James Suckling
95/100
Robert Parker
"Discover the full complexity of Portugal in this wine, made from an exceptional selection of native grape varieties from the Douro Valley!"
"The nose is marked by aromas of lemon zest, dried mango, pineapple, and spices. On the palate, it is full-bodied, with a ripe yet balanced profile, but with a spark of acidity that ties everything together. Very long, with a very elegant sense of density and texture. Layered, harmonious, and well-integrated within its style, this is one of the great white wines of the Douro. Hailing from the cooler right bank of the river, this is a blend of old-vine Rabigato, Codega de Larinho, Arinto, Viosinho, and other varieties, grown on mica schist soils at altitudes ranging from 400 to 600 meters. Ready to drink now or for aging. " (James Suckling 2024)
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Eye
Straw-yellow color, clear, with a beautiful luster
Nose
Notes of empyreumatic, citrus, and orange blossom; complex and with a magnificent aromatic expression—quite unique
Palate
Perfectly balanced and elegant, full-bodied and fresh, with floral and herbaceous flavors, notes of white-fleshed fruit and lemon zest, and a long finish with notes of fresh nuts and a vibrant hint of zest
Serve
At 10-12°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink starting at
2025
Drink before
2035
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with a seafood risotto, skate wing with capers, or a platter of hard cheeses...
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2024 guide) 95/100 (Extraordinary wine)
Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
The Redoma Reserva Branco 2023 reveals layers of additional complexity when tasted alongside the Redoma Branco from the same vintage. This wine is made from older vines selected from vineyards in the Murça area—a sort of “premier cru,” if you will. It was fermented and aged in used and slightly younger barrels for nine months. It has an alcohol content of 12.5% and is spicy, floral, and herbaceous, with notes of green tea and pollen, a hint of smokiness, and a balanced, refined palate featuring subtle minerality, a fine texture, and a dry, savory finish. 2025–2035
Jancis Robinson
Rated "Recommended"
James Suckling
Wine rated (2024 guide) 96/100
Rated winery (2020 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
The nose is marked by aromas of lemon zest, dried mango, pineapple, and spices. On the palate, it is full-bodied, with a ripe yet balanced profile, complemented by a spark of acidity that ties everything together. Very long on the finish, with an elegant sense of density and texture. Layered, harmonious, and true to its style, this is one of the great white wines of the Douro. Hailing from the cooler right bank of the river, it is a blend of old vines of Rabigato, Codega de Larinho, Arinto, Viosinho, and other varieties, grown on mica schist soils at altitudes ranging from 400 to 600 meters. Ready to drink now or suitable for aging.