Maria Mansa Branco 2023

Maria Mansa is produced by Quinta do Noval from carefully selected grapes originated from the highest areas of the Demarcated Region of the Douro, which are more favourable to the production of white wines.

Grape Varieties: Maria Mansa is a blended wine of noble classic Douro varieties: 50% Viosinho, 40% Gouveio, 10% Rabigato.

Tasting Note: Maria Mansa white 2020 combines the fruit and freshness provided by the unique character of Douro terroir and its traditional regional varieties. The wine presents a clear, bright and beautiful tone. Intense aromas with prominent notes of white, tropical and citrus fruit. On the palate, the wine has a vibrant yet well-integrated acidity followed by further citrus and floral notes. Crisp and long aftertaste.

Vinification: 90% of the wine is fermented in stainless steel vats and 10% is fermented in seasonned French oak barrels for a period of 20 days. No malolactic fermentation.

Ageing: 90% of the wine is aged in stainless steel vats, to keep its aromatic purity and 10% is aged in seasonned French oak barrels, with a bâtonnage done once a week for 3 months.

Serving Temperature: 9°C-11°C

Winemaker: António Agrellos