{"product_id":"vinhas-novas-do-monte-branco-vinho-regional-alentejano-adega-do-monte-branco","title":"Vinhas Novas 2020 - Alentejo regional white wine","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"grid-cols-1 grid gap-2.5 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 !gap-3.5\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA fascinating experiment with young vines that raises the question: Can talent and terroir compensate for the youth of the vines? A wine that deserves time and patience. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003eThe Project\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBranco Vinhas Novas Monte Branco 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e is \u003cstrong\u003eanother new project from the winery\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003efirst vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e of this experimental line. What makes it special: It is made from \u003cstrong\u003eyoung vines that are only three years old\u003c\/strong\u003e - a bold undertaking in winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt is quite good\u003c\/strong\u003e and presents itself as a \u003cstrong\u003ecurious undertaking\u003c\/strong\u003e. The wine is \u003cstrong\u003ea little reductive\u003c\/strong\u003e, but also shows \u003cstrong\u003etension and appropriate concentration\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe acidity is key here\u003c\/strong\u003e - it gives the wine its characteristic expression. \u003cstrong\u003eIt is nervous and a little different\u003c\/strong\u003e, which sets it apart from conventional white wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe wine \u003cstrong\u003eshows itself very well\u003c\/strong\u003e and demonstrates the \u003cstrong\u003epotential of this experimental approach\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003eGrape Varieties \u0026amp; Vinification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThis unusual cuvée combines three \u003cstrong\u003ePortuguese grape varieties\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e45% Arinto\u003c\/strong\u003e - provides structure and acidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e45% Rabigato\u003c\/strong\u003e - brings complexity and character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e10% Galego Dourado\u003c\/strong\u003e - adds a rare, authentic note\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe wine was aged for \u003cstrong\u003enine months\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003e30% new French oak\u003c\/strong\u003e with a moderate alcohol content of \u003cstrong\u003e12.6%\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003eAging Potential - An Experiment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eLuis Louro's view: \"It can age\" - the producer believes in its long-term potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eCritical observation: It has often been disappointing how early vintages of very young wines age over their lifespan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eRecommendation: Enjoy this curious undertaking despite the strong acidity on the younger side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe experiment: Keep a bottle to age. Let's see who is right in 2030 - the producer or the wine merchant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003eThe Producer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLuis Louro\u003c\/strong\u003e demonstrates his \u003cstrong\u003eexperimental spirit\u003c\/strong\u003e and courage for unconventional approaches with this project. The use of very young vines for a more premium wine is bold, but if successful, it could open up new ways in winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Adega do Monte branco","offers":[{"title":"Bottle (750ml)","offer_id":44570699235594,"sku":"MP-VINH-ADEGA-2749","price":23.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0001\/0763\/products\/vinhas-novas-do-monte-branco-vinho-regional-alentejano-maitre-philippe-filles-adega-do-monte-branco-993732.jpg?v=1774991606","url":"https:\/\/www.maitrephilippe.dk\/en\/products\/vinhas-novas-do-monte-branco-vinho-regional-alentejano-adega-do-monte-branco","provider":"Maître Philippe \u0026 Filles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}