Assobio D.O.C. Red
At the edge of Quinta dos Murças’ boundaries, at higher altitudes, we find a valley formed by steep slopes. In this place, primarily north-facing and more protected from the sun, when the wind blows, we can hear it whistle (assobio).
A fresh, aromatic and elegant wine produced with Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz hand-picked grapes. 10% of the blend aged in oak casks for 6 months. These fresh and versatile red, white and rosé Assobios are distinctly gastronomic wines. Intense and lively with dominant red fruit, good concentration, and prominent freshness and elegance.
Assobio D.O.C. Rosé
At the edge of Quinta dos Murças’ boundaries, at higher altitudes, we find a valley formed by steep slopes. In this place, primarily north-facing and more protected from the sun, when the wind blows, we can hear it whistle (assobio).
Salmon pink colour, light red tones. Elegant aroma showing red berry fruits with some leafy aromatics, which add freshness. Delicate, good balancing acidity, persistent finish. Grapes are Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Tinto Cão, and Rufete.
Assobio D.O.C. White
At the edge of Quinta dos Murças’ boundaries, at higher altitudes, we find a valley formed by steep slopes. In this place, primarily north-facing and more protected from the sun, when the wind blows, we can hear it whistle (assobio).
Pale citric color with resh, intense aromas of citric tropical fruits. Vibrant palate with good fruit volume and long refreshing finishing. Grapes are Verdelho, Gouveio, Viosinho, Rabigato, and Códega do Larinho.
Quinta da Murças Reserva D.O.C. Red
From the two oldest vineyards at the Quinta, at an altitude of 100m and 300m, facing south and south-west, in schist soils, produced respecting nature by following sustainable agricultural methods. It showcases the Douro old vines’ potential for producing remarkably elegant wines with good ageing potential. The grapes are selected manually, trodden in granite tanks and pressed in an old vertical press. Deep dark and intense. Complex, fresh and elegant aroma of dark berry fruits, with balsamic notes and integrated spicy notes from oak barrel ageing.
Quinta da Murças Minas D.O.C. Red
This is an elegant wine, with a balance of ripe fruit and the characteristic freshness of Quinta dos Murças. Produced from Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Francisca, Tinta Roriz, Tinto Cão using hand-picked grapes, in granite ‘lagares’, foot treading and pressing in an old-style vertical press. Aged in concrete vats and used french oak casks for 9 months. Intense, with violet hues. Intense and lively nose with dominant ripe red fruit, floral and balsamic aromas. Fresh and lively with firm, ripe tannins and well-integrated acidity. Long and lingering finish that offers a balance of freshness and ripeness.
Quinta da Pacheca Reserva Vinhas Velhas (Old Vines) D.O.C. Red
From the banks (’Margem’) of the Douro River and low-yielding vines, that produce intensely flavoured and concentrated Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, hand-picked grapes with good acidity and aromas. Foot-trodden in temperature controlled granite ‘lagares.’ Aged for 9 months in French oak casks. Deep with violet hues, ntense and lively nose with dominant ripe black fruit, such as blackberry and cassis, balsamic aromas and soft, spicy notes. Concentrated, well-integrated ripe tannins, good body and freshness. Persistent finish dominated by ripe fruit aromas, with potential for great longevity in the bottle.
