{"product_id":"muxagat-branco","title":"Muxagat Branco","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWinemaking Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eAs to the name itself, Muxagat means \"owl and cat\" in Portuguese; it is also the name of a small village in the Douro Superior wine region, located 2 km from the small town of Vila Nova de Foz Coa. Muxagat as a winery was first owned and operated by Mateus Nicolau de Almeida along with Eduardo Lopes. Mateus led with the intention to make local-varietal wines, expressed as “wines people would make for themselves”. Once part of a larger company that grew and sold grapes, Muxagat is now 80Ha of vines, where only the best parcels are used for the domaine wines. The land expands beyond with olive orchards and eucalyptus trees surrounding the vines in a full 300 ha of natural wildlife. Viticulture is focused on long-term sustainability, incorporating organic measures to preserve the unique personalities of the indigenous varietals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eMuxagat uses a \"minimal intervention\" style that emphasizes the fruit's purity. Grapes go through Cold Soak,\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-80 citation-end-80\"\u003echilled for 12 hours before pressing. \u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"8\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-79 citation-end-79\"\u003eThey use an old vertical press (traditional and gentle). \u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"9\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-78\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-78\"\u003eFermentation o\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-78\"\u003eccurs using \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-78\"\u003eindigenous yeasts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-78 citation-end-78\"\u003e in a mix of stainless steel vats and used French oak barrels (usually around 600L casks) to add texture without overpowering the wine with wood flavor. \u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-77\"\u003eTypically aged for 7–10 months on fine lees with light \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"62\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-77\"\u003ebâtonnage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-77 citation-end-77\"\u003e (stirring).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eMuxagat Branco 2023\u003c\/b\u003e is a refreshing, mineral-driven white wine from the Douro Superior region of Portugal. Produced by Muxagat Vinhos (under the guidance of winemaker Luís Seabra and Susana Lopes), it continues the estate's reputation for high-altitude, terroir-focused wines that prioritize freshness over heavy oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" id=\"p-rc_a0dadf7220fe37d4-78\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-87\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-87\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-87 citation-end-87\"\u003e Douro Superior (specifically Mêda\/Fonte Longa).\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/b\u003e A traditional blend of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"40\"\u003eRabigato (dominant)\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"61\"\u003eArinto\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"69\"\u003eGouveio\u003c\/b\u003e, and a touch of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"93\"\u003eViosinho\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. \u003cspan class=\"citation-86 citation-end-86\"\u003e13%.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0\" id=\"p-rc_a0dadf7220fe37d4-80\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-85 citation-end-85\"\u003e Sourced from vineyards around 600m above sea level, which helps maintain high acidity.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"source-inline-chip-container ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"button ng-star-inserted\" aria-label=\"View source details for citation from Vinha.co.uk. Opens side panel.\"\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-84\"\u003eClear, pale lemon with bright green reflections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" id=\"p-rc_a0dadf7220fe37d4-81\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-84\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-84\"\u003eOn the nose \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-84\"\u003eclean with pronounced intensity. \u003c\/span\u003eYou’ll find notes of ripe pear, green apple, white flowers. \u003cspan class=\"citation-83 citation-end-83\"\u003eThere is a distinct \"crystalline\" minerality that is characteristic of the Rabigato grape and the schist\/granite soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-83 citation-end-83\"\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOn the palate \u003c\/b\u003edry, with brisk, high acidity.\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eIt\u003cspan class=\"citation-82\"\u003e has a lovely unctuous, providing a medium plus body that coats the palate. Flavour intensity is pronounced mirroring the fruits on the nose and driving into a deeply saline, mineral finish with outstanding length. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-81 citation-end-81\"\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"7\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"button ng-star-inserted\" aria-label=\"View source details for citation from Vinha.co.uk. Opens side panel.\"\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis wine is versatile but shines with dishes that have a bit of weight or acidity. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSeafood:\u003c\/b\u003e Grilled sea bass, octopus, or scallops. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-76\"\u003ePoultry:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-76 citation-end-76\"\u003e Roasted chicken or turkey. \u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"12\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-75\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-75\"\u003eSauces:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-75 citation-end-75\"\u003e It handles butter-based or creamy herb sauces particularly well.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"13\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" id=\"p-rc_a0dadf7220fe37d4-90\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-74\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-74\"\u003eServing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-74\"\u003e Best served at \u003cstrong\u003e50°C-53°C\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-74\"\u003e10°C–12°C).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LENOO Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48242091753642,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/0241\/6042\/files\/MuxagatBrancocompr.png?v=1777330052","url":"https:\/\/lenoowine.com\/products\/muxagat-branco","provider":"LENOO Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}