Quinta Vale D. Maria

Maria Helena van Zeller Guedes

Red 2014

2014

A tribute to the legacy of two families and their matriarch

The van Zeller family, with deep roots in the Douro, and the Guedes family, with a long history in the Vinhos Verdes region, found a unique union in the figure of Maria Helena van Zeller Guedes. On August 5, 1898, Maria Helena married Fernando Guedes da Silva da Fonseca at the Church of Villar in Porto. The release of Quinta Vale D. Maria - Maria Helena van Zeller Guedes Colheita 2014 is a tribute to the family matriarch and to the legacy of both families. Each bottle carries the spirit of dedication, love, and perseverance that defined her life. By tasting the Quinta Vale D. Maria - Maria Helena van Zeller Guedes 2014, we revisit the roots of two distinguished families, celebrate their stories, and honor the memory of a woman whose love for her family left a lasting legacy that continues to be a constant source of inspiration. This wine celebrates the union of two worlds, toasting to the tradition and innovation that define the essence of Quinta Vale D. Maria and Aveleda.

Quinta Vale D. Maria

Maria Helena van Zeller Guedes

Red

The Quinta Vale D. Maria - Maria Helena van Zeller Guedes 2014 is made from several parcels of old vineyards from the estate and reflects the characteristics present in the different grape varieties and varied sun exposures. This field blend contributes to its unique complexity and richness. On the nose, notes of dark fruit and dried plum stand out, with subtle hints of chocolate and coffee, which are confirmed on the palate. The Quinta Vale D. Maria - Maria Helena van Zeller Guedes 2014 is full-bodied, with a silky, enveloping texture and excellent balance. It has firm, well-integrated tannins, giving it a robust structure. A total of 1,068 bottles were produced, and every detail was done by hand, from bottling to labeling.

Old Vineyards