Ourive Dona Branca 2023

Origin: DO Ribeira Sacra

Grape variety: 100% Dona Branca (autochthonous Galician variety)

Year: 2023

Production: 1,450 bottles (0.75 L)

Soils: Slate, with a slope of 60%, organically fertilized

Orientation: Northeast

Altitude: 600 m

Rainfall: 500 mm annually

Vineyards: Over 85-year-old vines trained in bush vines with manual tillage (Heroic Viticulture). Yield: 4,000 kg/ha

Vinification: Hand-harvested from August 27 to September 10 in 15 kg crates with careful selection. Pre-fermentation cold maceration (12 hours). Natural fermentation without yeast addition or oenological intervention in 300 L French oak barrels.

Aging: 8 months on the lees in 600 and 300 litre French oak barrels.

Alcohol content: 13.5%

Ourive Dona Branca 2023 is a true rarity that celebrates the uniqueness of the indigenous Dona Branca grape. With an annual production of only 5,800 kg across the entire DO Ribeira Sacra, this wine is an authentic expression of the region.

In the glass, the wine displays a bright, straw-yellow hue. The nose unfolds aromas of exotic fruits such as grapefruit and apricot, accompanied by delicate floral and saline notes that reflect the proximity to the Atlantic climate.

On the palate, the wine is balsamic, creamy, and structured. Well-integrated acidity provides freshness, while the wine delights with its persistence and long, mineral finish. A subtle salinity and the complexity of aging on the fine lees add depth and elegance.

Ourive Dona Branca 2023 is a masterpiece of craftsmanship and a tribute to the heroic winemaking of the Ribeira Sacra. Ideal with seafood, grilled fish, or mild cheeses, it's a wine that will arouse curiosity and enthusiasm among connoisseurs.