RABIANA
OAKED BRANCO 2022
MONÇÃO E MELGAÇO
QUINTA RABIANA
ALVARINHO RESERVA
"The perfect balance between the strength of the Atlantic and the warmth of oak: an auteur white with an eternal soul."
The Evolution of Alvarinho at Quinta Rabiana
The Rabiana Oaked Branco 2022 750ml White Wine is the preferred choice for connoisseurs looking to buy high-end Portuguese wine online. This label is a firm statement of intent from Quinta Rabiana. By selecting the best Alvarinho grapes from their vineyards in Monção e Melgaço, the winemaker seeks to elevate the varietal through a masterful integration with wood. This imported wine from the Vinho Verde subregion stands out for its great volume, body, and an aromatic complexity that challenges the senses, while maintaining the vibrant and mineral freshness that only the granitic soils of the Minho can provide. Purchase it at La Cava Shop with secure home delivery.
1. Production Details
Winery: Quinta Rabiana.
Origin: Monção e Melgaço, Vinho Verde, Portugal.
Variety: 100% Alvarinho.
Aging: Fermentation and maturation in selected French oak barrels with lees work.
Alcohol: 13% vol.
Serving temperature: 10°C - 12°C.
2. Organoleptic Profile
Appearance: Intense straw-yellow color with beautiful golden reflections, denoting its time in wood.
Nose: Complex aromas that fuse ripe tropical fruit and citrus with elegant notes of vanilla, subtle toasted elements, and a touch of honey and nuts.
Palate: Unctuous and enveloping entry. It possesses an imposing structure balanced by a refreshing citrus acidity. The finish is very long, with a unique mineral and spicy persistence.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Pairing and Suggested Moments
Gastronomic Pairing: Thanks to its body, this white can handle intense dishes. It is perfect with baked fatty fish (such as cod or salmon), au gratin seafood, poultry in creamy sauces, and aged cheeses. In Mexican cuisine, it is sublime with chiles en nogada or fish in black butter.
Suggested Moments:
- Business: A wine of great presence and elegance to impress at a corporate lunch.
- Romantic Dinner: Sophisticated and complex, ideal for accompanying gourmet dishes.
- Special Celebration: For those looking for a white with the importance of a great reserve.
- Gift: A gem for the collector who appreciates whites with aging potential.
- Family Meal: The ideal companion for the main banquet of a distinguished gathering.
- Summer: Enjoyed at sunset, its mineral freshness and complexity make it unforgettable.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is it very oaky?
The wood is integrated elegantly; it provides texture and spicy notes, but always respects the freshness and fruit character of the Alvarinho.
Why is Monção e Melgaço special for this wine?
It is the cradle of the best Alvarinho in the world. The protected microclimate and granitic soils allow the grape to reach perfect maturity and concentration for barrel aging.
How long can I keep it open?
Thanks to its structure and time in wood, it stays in perfect condition for up to 3 or 4 days after opening if kept properly refrigerated.