We are delighted to invite you to this special evening led by Daniel Niepoort. We will be tasting eight releases from Niepoort, from Dao and Douro whites, to concentrated old vine reds from Bairrada, ending with Niepoort’s iconic Port.
Founded in 1842, Niepoort has been an independent family winemaker for almost two centuries. Today, it is led by Dirk Niepoort with support from his son, Daniel — the fifth and sixth generations of Niepoort’s to run the family business. Dirk has been a relentless innovator during his time at the helm — one of his early priorities was to purchase parcels of old, steep (and often north-facing) vineyards in the Douro to give greater control over supply. Quinta de Napoles was purchased in 1987 with thirty hectares and Quinta do Carril followed in 1988 with nine hectares. Niepoort now own over eighty hectares of vineyards in the Douro, all farmed organically.
Another of Dirk’s great initiatives was to focus on the production of spectacular unfortified, table wines showcasing the local, indigenous varieties. He has spearheaded this idea for over twenty years — in the early days, he was seen as a maverick, when the status quo in the Douro was to focus on port production. In 2007, a futuristic winery was erected at Quinta de Napoles and this serves as the centre of the Douro table wine production. In the years since, more rare, old vines have been acquired in Bairrada, Dão and Vinho Verde, as Dirk continued his insatiable appetite for new projects and relentless creativity.
One constant throughout this extraordinary journey is that Niepoort continues to create wines with a lightness of touch, a supreme elegance and purity, that is so prized by today’s wine enthusiasts. The company has long enjoyed a great reputation for port and tawny port in particular — and Dirk has certainly developed this reputation further with equally fierce demand for both tawny and vintage styles.
Wines to be tasted:
Conciso Branco, Dao 2021
Tiara, Douro 2021
Fortnum’s Dao 2020
Fortnum’s Douro 2020
Poeirinho, Biarrada 2016
Batuta, Douro 2017
Fortnum’s Vintage Port 2017
Fortnum’s Colheita Port 2003
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About Fortnum & Mason’s Food & Drink Studio:
Opened in April 2023, Fortnum’s Food & Drink Studio is a space dedicated to the search for extraordinary food and drink experiences.
Enjoy unmissable masterclasses and intimate dining experiences hosted by some of the world’s best chefs. Live demonstrations led by major names in food and drink. Illuminating conversations with makers and creatives who share our passion for all things delicious. The chance to grab an apron and grow your own culinary skills with a little help from the experts.
For a full list of upcoming events visit: https://www.fortnumandmason.com/events
