{"product_id":"qvdm-vinhas-do-sabor-branco-2022","title":"QVDM Vinhas do Sabor branco 2022","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eQuinta Vale D. Maria \"Vinhas do Sabor\" Branco 2022\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"High-Altitude\" Harmony – Freshness and Texture from the Douro Superior\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\"\u003e2022 Vinhas do Sabor Branco\u003c\/b\u003e is a standout example of how Quinta Vale D. Maria captures the unique energy of the Douro Superior. Sourced from the slopes of the Sabor River valley, these vineyards are situated at higher altitudes to combat the intense heat of the region. The result is a wine that possesses the \"sun-drenched\" ripeness of the Douro but maintains a surprisingly crystalline, high-toned acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe 2022 vintage was particularly successful for whites in this sub-region, yielding fruit with great aromatic precision and a dense, \"grippy\" texture that sets it apart from simpler Portuguese whites.\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\"\u003eNow entering its fourth year, the 2022 Branco has moved past its primary \"zesty\" phase and is beginning to show the elegant, integrated oak profile for which this label is known.\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\"\u003eIntense and Multi-Layered.\u003c\/b\u003e It opens with a vibrant bouquet of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"72\"\u003ecitrus blossom, lemon zest, and white peach\u003c\/b\u003e. Because of the Rabigato and Arinto grapes, there is a distinct \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"180\"\u003estony minerality\u003c\/b\u003e and a faint, sophisticated hint of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"232\"\u003efresh ginger and vanilla\u003c\/b\u003e from the French oak maturation.\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\"\u003eCreamy yet Electric.\u003c\/b\u003e The entry is broad and \"enveloping.\" It features a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"84\"\u003edense, full-bodied texture\u003c\/b\u003e with flavors of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"127\"\u003eapricot and grapefruit\u003c\/b\u003e, balanced by a \"vertical\" acidity that keeps the wine feeling weightless. There is a slight, pleasant \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"252\"\u003ephenolic \"grip\"\u003c\/b\u003e on the mid-palate that adds a savory dimension.\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\"\u003ePersistent and Fresh.\u003c\/b\u003e It concludes with a long, clean finish of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"76\"\u003esaline minerals and lime pith\u003c\/b\u003e, leaving a refreshed and balanced impression.\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\"\u003eRabigato, Viosinho, and Arinto\u003c\/b\u003e (from vines 30+ years old)\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\"\u003eDouro Superior, Portugal (Sabor River Valley)\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\"\u003eFermented in stainless steel (65%) and used \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"44\"\u003e500L French oak barrels\u003c\/b\u003e (35%)\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\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e9 months\u003c\/b\u003e in one-year-old French oak barrels with weekly \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"56\"\u003ebâtonnage\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0,0\"\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\"\u003e12.5% – 13.0%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2024 – 2029.\u003c\/b\u003e Currently showing a perfect balance of fruit and mineral tension.\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\"\u003eThis is a \"gastronomic\" white that behaves more like a white Burgundy or a high-end Chenin Blanc. To appreciate its full aromatic spectrum, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"140\"\u003edo not serve it ice-cold\u003c\/b\u003e. Aim for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"174\"\u003e10°C–12°C\u003c\/b\u003e—this slightly warmer temperature allows the creamy texture from the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"252\"\u003ebâtonnage\u003c\/i\u003e to shine. Using a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"280\"\u003estandard white wine glass\u003c\/b\u003e rather than a narrow flute is essential to let the stone fruit and herbal notes \"bloom.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eIts structural \"grip\" and high acidity make it a world-class partner for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"73\"\u003ericher seafood (Grilled Scallops or Lobster)\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"119\"\u003ecreamy poultry dishes\u003c\/b\u003e, or even \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"150\"\u003emild curries\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57122472067446,"sku":"'5601096422049","price":25.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0770\/6230\/files\/qvdmsaborbranco.png?v=1774258477","url":"https:\/\/muruwines.fi\/products\/qvdm-vinhas-do-sabor-branco-2022","provider":"MuruWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}