Niepoort Port
An independent company set up by Franciscus Marius van der Niepoort in 1842, the Dutch family were late to arrive on the port market scene compared to their already well established British competition. However, it was through very good relations with the native vineyard owners that has enabled Niepoort to produce four generations of quality port wine.
Now even though they were able to sustain a niche position in the port market, the Niepoort’s were relatively unheard of in the British market until the 5th generation, Eduard Dirk Niepoort, joined his father at the helm of the family business in 1987. During this time Niepoort began to expand and purchased their first vineyards, Quinta de Nápoles and Quinta do Carril in Cima Corgo, found in the best of the three areas of the Douro for highest quality vineyards in Portugal - This was a big step forward for Niepoort in beginning to produce wines alongside their port. It was also at this time that Niepoort decided they wanted to pursue a share in the UK port market, and now, armed with 25 hectares of new and old vines along with their innovative ideas combined with traditional methods, were ready to introduce the name Niepoort to the mass British public.
Up until this time the market for port had been under the control of a close-knit network of traders around the London area, much like the British Association in Porto three hundred years earlier. For ourselves, Pierre Hourlier Wines, (who were just starting up the business!), this meant in order to find a port of quality and character we would have to personally explore nearer the source to match our passion and philosophies for fine wines.
It was in 1975 we first encountered the Niepoort family - a period of political revolution and turbulence throughout the Porto area. Gangs of revolutionaries charged the streets, Pierre recalls, as he made his way to the small port houses on his list. After his introduction to then owner Rolf van der Niepoort, both men almost immediately understood each others integrity and have shared a fruitful and prosperous relationship since, evident from the bottle of 1912 port given to Pierre by Rolf - Dirk has carried on supplying us with constant high standards.
As stated on their website, the Niepoort's mission is “to preserve the niche player position and continue to create great Port and Douro wines bringing together secular tradition and innovation.” This dream begins at their lodges in Vila Nova de Gaia, located south of Porto across the banks of the Douro, where the headquarters are found and thus the masterminds and driving force behind these artisan ports.
This is our only non French product. Non je ne regrette rien!
Now even though they were able to sustain a niche position in the port market, the Niepoort’s were relatively unheard of in the British market until the 5th generation, Eduard Dirk Niepoort, joined his father at the helm of the family business in 1987. During this time Niepoort began to expand and purchased their first vineyards, Quinta de Nápoles and Quinta do Carril in Cima Corgo, found in the best of the three areas of the Douro for highest quality vineyards in Portugal - This was a big step forward for Niepoort in beginning to produce wines alongside their port. It was also at this time that Niepoort decided they wanted to pursue a share in the UK port market, and now, armed with 25 hectares of new and old vines along with their innovative ideas combined with traditional methods, were ready to introduce the name Niepoort to the mass British public.
Up until this time the market for port had been under the control of a close-knit network of traders around the London area, much like the British Association in Porto three hundred years earlier. For ourselves, Pierre Hourlier Wines, (who were just starting up the business!), this meant in order to find a port of quality and character we would have to personally explore nearer the source to match our passion and philosophies for fine wines.
It was in 1975 we first encountered the Niepoort family - a period of political revolution and turbulence throughout the Porto area. Gangs of revolutionaries charged the streets, Pierre recalls, as he made his way to the small port houses on his list. After his introduction to then owner Rolf van der Niepoort, both men almost immediately understood each others integrity and have shared a fruitful and prosperous relationship since, evident from the bottle of 1912 port given to Pierre by Rolf - Dirk has carried on supplying us with constant high standards.
As stated on their website, the Niepoort's mission is “to preserve the niche player position and continue to create great Port and Douro wines bringing together secular tradition and innovation.” This dream begins at their lodges in Vila Nova de Gaia, located south of Porto across the banks of the Douro, where the headquarters are found and thus the masterminds and driving force behind these artisan ports.
This is our only non French product. Non je ne regrette rien!
Niepoort Ruby Port
Tasting Notes Dark red in colour, with a fresh vibrant aroma of dark fruits which follows through on the palate along with a mineral character, a youthful wine with good extract and great balance, offering superb "drinkability". Port Info Region...
£15.00
Niepoort White Port
Tasting Notes Brilliant golden/brown colour with a fresh nutty aroma and delicate subdued fruit. Medium sweet on the palate, interacting perfectly with the spirit which in turn gives a superb structure to the wine. Port Info Region Porto Appellation Douro...
£15.00
Niepoort Tawny Port
Tasting Notes Brick red / tawny in colour, with delicate nutty aromas and a hint of dried fruits. On the palate, very well balanced with a youthful fruity, luscious character, which integrates well with a long spirity finish. Port Info...
£15.00
Niepoort Dry White Port
Tasting Notes Golden / brown in colour with a delightful aroma of nuts and almonds which comes through on the palate with a fresh concentrated spirity finish, from extended ageing in small old oak barrels. Port Info Region Porto Appellation...
£15.00
Niepoort LBV Late Bottled Vintage 2018
Tasting Notes Violet glints appear in this wine’s intense ruby red hue. The nose reveals aromas of fruits of the forest, spices and figs. On the palate, you will find Niepoort’s quintessential structure and elegance. It sets off on sweet notes but...
£20.50
Niepoort Colheita 2007
Tasting Notes An intense brick-red colour with chestnut hues accompanies mouth-watering fresh aromas of candied fruit, particularly plums and figs, as well as a touch of smokiness. The palate is refreshing, with good acidity and abundant fruit, leading to a...
£37.00
Niepoort Colheita 1997
Tasting Notes Beautiful colour of orange tones and brick with good depth. The aroma and palate show the maturity of the wine, due to the long ageing in small old oak casks. It presents candied fruit notes, reminding apricots and...
£73.50
Niepoort Vintage 2019
Tasting Notes Brilliant appearance with a dark purple rim and concentrated depth of colour. The aroma is fine and subdued with only a hint of primary dark fruits and some spice. The true potential and style of this wine really...
£83.50
Niepoort Vintage 2015
Tasting Notes A great Vintage, showing beautiful concentration, vigour and complexity, but with plenty of finesse and remarkable freshness. The 2015 gives us a silky wine, with great structure and incredible balance thanks to its taut acidity and lower level of sweetness,...
£88.00
Niepoort Vintage 2005
Tasting Notes Fine, elegant, mineral but not balsamic, the floral and fruity character are enhanced. The taste continues fine, although it's a tannic wine. Rich but not excessive and with a long spicy aftertaste. Impressive finesse even though robust. Wine...
£105.00