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Item Number: 4217
UPC: None
Country: Spain
Region: Galicia
Appellation/AVA: Monterrei DO
Estate Grown Wine: Yes
Vintage: 2009
Grape(s): 33% Treixadura / 33% Godello / 33% Dona Blanca
Type: Wine - White
Bottle Size: 750ml Pack: 6
Closure: Cork
Alc by Vol(%): 13
Viticulture: Certified Organic
Case Production: 660 made, 115 for the U.S.
Winemaker: José Luis Mateo and Raul Pérez
Aging: Stainless steel tank, with no malolactic fermentation
Sourcing: The grapes that go into making Alanda come from all three districts of Monterrei (Pazos de Monterrei (430m), Tamaguelos (390-460m) and Oimbra (400m). Monterrei is a valley split from north to south by the Tamega river which joins the Douro river on the south over the Portuguese border. There are 3 subzones in Monterrei: Tamaguelos, located on the south near Portugal over the east side of the Tamega river. The soil profile here is quite diverse; mostly young plantings, all in double cordon trellis system at 390 m to 460 m elevation (1280 ft to 1,509 ft). 60% is red varieties and 40% white. The Oimbra subzone is located at 420 m elevation (1,378 ft) in the center of the appellation on the west side of the river. The Soil is composed of granite and decomposed granite sand. The vineyards are all tended in head pruned trellis systems and are 60 to 70 year old vines. These vines were planted during the second historic period of Monterrei. All varieties here are red. The Pazos de Monterrei subzone is located at 460 m elevation (1,500 ft) on the north part of the region on the western side of the river. The Soil is composed of Clay, gravel and quartz. Young vines are tended in double cordon systems and old vines are head pruned.
The Clime: Atlantic with a continental influence. Note that Monterrei is one of the Galician appellations furthest from the Atlantic ocean. As an average, we find 23 inches of yearly rainfall, whereas closer to the water in Rias Baixas we find rainfall levels up to 93 inches.
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Quinta da Muradella 2009 'Alanda' Blanco, Monterrei DO
Rating: 90
The white wines begin with the 2009 Alanda Blanco, composed of equal proportions of Godello, Dona Blanca, and Treixadura, fermented and aged in stainless steel with no malolactic fermentation. Fragrant aromas of minerals, jasmine, nutmeg, and assorted white fruits inform the nose of a concentrated, smooth-textured, nicely proportioned white with excellent grip and length. It will offer enjoyment over the next 4 years. Quinta da Muradella, located in the town of Verin in the Monterrei DO, is a garage winery where proprietor Jose Luis Mateo and Raul Perez make wine from 34 unique, certified organic, parcels. A principal purpose of the project is to relate the history of the region through the wines. That fascinating story goes beyond the bounds of this report but the importer can provide more detailed information to those interested
- The Wine Advocate (6/30/2011)
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Quinta da Muradella 2009 'Alanda' Blanco, Monterrei DO
Rating: 91
Light, bright yellow. Intensely perfumed bouquet of nectarine, lemon curd and honeysuckle, with a bright mineral overlay. Juicy, incisive orchard and pit fruit flavors stain the palate, with tangy acidity providing lift and life. Finishes with good spicy cut and an echo of bitter lemon pith
- International Wine Cellar (10/1/2010)
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