Quinta da Romaneira R de Romaneira White

WHY WE LOVE IT

• The Quinta da Romaneira Duriense Branco ‘R de Romaneira’ is a crisp white wine blend from the Douro Valley in Portugal.
• Situated at a dramatic elevation, the terraced vineyards slope directly down to the Douro River.
• Produced under the guidance of Christian Seely and winemaker António Agrellos, it highlights the region’s vibrant terroir and unique indigenous grape varieties.
• The ‘R’ series emphasizes fruit purity, freshness, and immediate drinkability, making it highly accessible.

Varietal Composition: Viosinho, Gouveio, Rabigato, and Códega de Larinho

Elaboration: The grapes are hand-harvested and fermented in stainless steel tanks without malolactic fermentation, preserving their natural tension. It is aged on fine lees with bâtonnage.

Tasting Notes: Features a clear, bright color with citrus highlights. The nose offers an expressive bouquet of tropical fruits, crisp citrus, and delicate white flowers. It balances a juicy, fresh, and lively acidity with deep fruit flavors. The finish is clean, crisp, and refreshing.

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PRODUCER BACKGROUND

The 1,100 acre spread of Quinta da Romaneira is widely considered one of the Douro Valley’s most breathtaking estates. The winery began producing port in 1872, but was not legally allowed to bottle under its own name until 1986 when DO changes gave single quintas the authority to do so. Christian Seely purchased Romaneira in 2004 with plans to put the winery shoulder to shoulder with the Douro’s top names in terms of reputation and quality. Seely and winemaker Antonio Agrellos understand what such ambition means – They are the dynamic duo behind the much celebrated rebirth of another great property, Quinta do Noval (which sits literally next door), which they’ve operated for the past twenty years. The entire Romaneira vineyard estate is classified “A” (the highest mark that can be obtained in the Douro) and the house focuses almost completely on unfortified dry wines and vintage style port.