NIEPOORT Drink Me Nat Cool 2022

Nat Cool is a wine made from young and old vines over 100 years old based on Baga , an emblematic grape variety of the Bairrada region. It represents an innovative concept launched by Niepoort, where various producers have come together to create light, unfiltered and easy-drinking wines. This gives a frank and expressive aromatic profile, full of freshness and floral notes . The characteristics of the Baga grape variety are very evident, with beautiful notes of strawberry , raspberry , dried roses , ripe cherry, red berries and some spices . These aromas are enveloped in a minerality that comes from the limestone soils and the marked Atlantic climate. Fresh, direct and very seductive, this wine does not weigh on the palate and is very easy to drink, inviting us to take another glass. Served slightly chilled, Nat Cool has everything you need for an aperitif with friends . Pure and simple pleasure in a 1 liter version!

Portugal's rich history is intertwined with its wines, particularly its most famous wine, Port. From the ancient cities of Lisbon and Porto to small medieval towns and Roman ruins, the past is still alive today in modern Portugal. A great vacation in the heart of this country, where Port wines were born, is a unique way to experience Old World culture, climate, beautiful countryside and of course delicious wines.



Although the history of wine in Portugal dates back to the Romans, it was not until the early 19th century that the wine we know today as Port came into being. Table wine from Portugal was already in high demand since the mid-17th century, mainly by the British. To make rustic Portuguese wines more stable and palatable, small amounts of brandy were added to wine barrels before shipping. Eventually, British companies began to invest in the region and perfected the process of adding brandy during fermentation, rather than after, which helped preserve the distinctive fruity flavors of red wine that were unique to the Douro Valley region of Portugal.



In recent years, a small revolution has occurred in the Douro region in terms of the development of modern style dry red and white wines, alongside the very traditional production of Port wines. Table wines also continue to play an important role. The increase in investments, the improvement of viticultural techniques and the modernization of the industry are producing interesting results.



What is unique about Portugal is the very large number (over 500) of indigenous (although sometimes unpronounceable) grape varieties. Even most wine experts aren't familiar with the grapes that produce Port, Madeira, or any other Portuguese wine. Like its neighbor Spain, Portugal has been experiencing a quiet revolution for around twenty years. The reluctance to follow trends and plant international grape varieties is now paying off and the new breed of wines full of "terroir effect" and fruit are more than capable of competing on the world stage. The unique flavors that characterize Portugal's native grape varieties have become its strength. Good news for those looking for a change from wines made from the ubiquitous international grape varieties.

The terroir is so diverse. From north to south, from east to west, from the mountains to the maritime vineyards, hot and dry or cool and green. In every style, from vinho verde to port, from dry, crisp whites to elegant reds, in so many different ways, Portuguese wines are unique.