Quinta das Maias Tinto 2023Maias is the local name for the Weaver's room plant which surrounds the estate (its yellow flowers blossom in May in this part of Dao, hence its nickname Maio is the word for May) A red blend from the Dao region of Portugal, using native varietals; Jaen (65%), Touriga Nacional (15%), Alfrocheiro (15%), Tinta Roriz (5%). The grapes are fully destemmed and fermented in stainless steel. . Intense fresh fruit bouquet of wild blackberries, plums and

The palate is bright and focused

Initially laden with mineral aromas

A range of mid-priced wines from native varieties

Maxime has shown with this elegant wine from Leully above Nuits-Saint-Georges that he has an excellent understanding with Chardonnay as well

We revel in the art of making wine

Working closely with around 20 local growers

and 3 mixed vineyards of +40 years

boasts the largest vineyard area in the DO

The ‘22 combines generous

locally known as Côt

with organic wildflower honey and a selection of botanicals including wormwood and rosemary

and fine herbs