Niepoort Agua Viva Brut 2015

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Sparkling White
Producer:
 
Niepoort
Label Name:
 
Agua Viva Brut
Vintage:
 
2015
Country:
 
Portugal
Region:
 
Bairrada
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13%
Grape(s):
 
Bical, Cercial, Maria Gomes
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
6-8°C

Awards/Ratings
Robert Parker 91/100

Tasting Note
Pale straw with fine persistent mousse. Citrus, green apple and white‑flower aromas with subtle brioche/toast. Creamy texture, lively acidity, dry, mineral and very persistent finish.

Food Pairing
Western: oysters, ceviche, grilled white fish, roast suckling pig, roast kid, bacalhau. Asian: sushi & sashimi, tempura, chilled seafood salads, light Thai or Vietnamese seafood dishes.

Production Method
Méthode traditionnelle (second fermentation in bottle), extended lees ageing (36–48 months), very low dosage (brut/brut nature).

Vineyard Info
Produced by Niepoort at Quinta de Baixo. Niepoort is a family‑run Portuguese producer (Dirk Niepoort) known for Douro ports and artisanal still and sparkling wines.