{"product_id":"qvdm-douro-tinto-2012-magnum","title":"QVDM Douro tinto 2012 MAGNUM","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Elegant Contrarian\" – Precision and Freshness in a Cooler Vintage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eIn March 2026, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003e2012 Quinta Vale D. Maria Tinto\u003c\/b\u003e in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"54\"\u003eMagnum (1.5L)\u003c\/b\u003e format is highly prized by Douro enthusiasts as the \"sophisticated alternative\" to the massive 2011. While 2011 was a year of raw power and heat, 2012 was a significantly cooler and drier vintage. This resulted in wines with lower alcohol, higher natural acidity, and a more \"vertical,\" floral profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eIn a Magnum format, this 14-year-old wine has aged with remarkable stability. It has avoided the \"drying out\" that can sometimes affect standard bottles of cooler vintages, maintaining a core of juicy fruit alongside its developing earthy complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e🍷 Tasting Notes (2026 Perspective)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe 2012 is currently in a beautiful \"sweet spot\" of maturity, leaning more toward elegance and fragrance than the brooding weight of its predecessor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Nose:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"10\"\u003eLifted and Floral.\u003c\/b\u003e It opens with a surprisingly fresh bouquet of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"75\"\u003ered cherries, wild raspberries, and violets\u003c\/b\u003e. As it breathes in the decanter, the \"CV\" (Quinta Vale D. Maria) signature of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"197\"\u003eestevan (rockrose), white pepper, and damp slate\u003c\/b\u003e emerges, with very well-integrated notes of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"290\"\u003evanilla and cigar box\u003c\/b\u003e from the French oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Palate:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eLinear and Silky.\u003c\/b\u003e The entry is focused and \"precise.\" Unlike the 2011, which coats the mouth with density, the 2012 flows with a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"141\"\u003esatin-like texture\u003c\/b\u003e. It features \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"173\"\u003efine-grained, sandy tannins\u003c\/b\u003e and a vibrant acidity that makes the red fruit flavors \"pop.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eClean and Savory.\u003c\/b\u003e It concludes with a persistent trail of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003emineral dust and dried herbs\u003c\/b\u003e, leaving the palate refreshed rather than weighed down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e📋 Technical Snapshot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrapes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOld Vines (60+ years)\u003c\/b\u003e – A complex field blend (41+ varieties)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRegion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,1,0\"\u003eCima Corgo, Douro, Portugal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVinification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTraditional Foot-Treading\u003c\/b\u003e in granite \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"37\"\u003elagares\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,1,0\"\u003e21 months in French oak (\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"25\"\u003e75% new\u003c\/b\u003e, 25% second-use)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eABV\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e14.5%\u003c\/b\u003e (Slightly lower and more balanced than the 2011)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormat\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMagnum (1.5 Litre)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2022 – 2035.\u003c\/b\u003e Perfectly mature but with a decade of life ahead.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eBecause the 2012 is a more \"aromatic\" vintage, it is particularly sensitive to temperature. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"92\"\u003eDo not serve it too warm.\u003c\/b\u003e Aim for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"126\"\u003e16°C–17°C\u003c\/b\u003e—this cooler range preserves the delicate violet and red fruit notes that make this vintage special. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"236\"\u003eDecant for 1.5 to 2 hours\u003c\/b\u003e to allow the \"old vine\" spice to fully integrate with the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eIts high acidity and refined tannins make it an exceptional partner for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"72\"\u003eRoasted Duck\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"86\"\u003eMushroom Risotto\u003c\/b\u003e, or \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"107\"\u003eHerb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin\u003c\/b\u003e. It is far more versatile with food than the heavier 2011.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"QVDM Douro tinto 2012 MAGNUM","offer_id":57122465972598,"sku":"'5606545130131","price":169.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Alko","offer_id":57122466005366,"sku":"'5606545130131","price":165.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0770\/6230\/files\/qvdmtintomg_1e99a2f5-57f7-4ea8-a174-d83ae6041906.png?v=1774258453","url":"https:\/\/muruwines.fi\/products\/qvdm-douro-tinto-2012-magnum","provider":"MuruWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}