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10,5%

Quinta dos Murças

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Red wine

about the wine

From an organic vineyard planted vertically in 2020, with high planting density and west-facing exposure, which unexpectedly achieved its balance at a lower alcohol level.In 2025, the IVDP began allowing a Douro DOC wine with less than 12% alcohol to still be classified as Douro DOC.

It was warm year, considered normal in terms of rainfall. The winter was especially warm and rainy, and spring was marked by high temperatures in April. Summer was hot and dry, and the harvest period was characterized by a drop in temperatures in September.
The water reserves in the soil allowed for a slow and balanced ripening.
We began harvesting these plots on September 13, with good fruit balance.
Vineyard area: 1 hectare
Plants per hectar: 7800
Production method: Organic (Sativa certified)
Soil geology: Shale and Weathered Shale
Vineyard age: Planted in 2020
Touriga Franca (92%) and Touriga Nacional(8%).
Hand harvested and sorted, destemmed, crushed, foot trodden, temperature-controlled alcoholic fermentation (25-28ºC) with indigenous yeasts in granite lagares, and pressed in an antique vertical press.
Ageing
9 months in small capacity stainless steel tanks.
Winemakers: Mafalda Magalhães e José Luis Moreira Silva.
Color: Bright garnet colour with violet highlights.
Aroma: The nose displays the varietal's characteristic primary aromas, dominated by red and black fruits such as redcurrant and blackberry, complemented by notes of Mediterranean scrubland, including rockrose and broom.
Palate: On the palate, freshness and vibrancy take centre stage, supported by firm tannins and well-integrated acidity. Rounded and balanced mouthfeel. The finish is persistent and characterful, showcasing an excellent balance between freshness and vibrant fruit.
Sizes: 750 ml
Bottling: 12 August 2025
Alcohol/Volume: 10,5 %
Total Acidity: 5,3 g/l
PH: 3.51
Reducing Sugar: 0.6 g/l

10,5%

Quinta dos Murças

Red wine

about the wine