Nuno Mira do Ó heads the Mira do Ó Vinhos and has developed three separate projects focusing on terroir-driven wines. His independent label features his own creations, while he collaborates with Joana Santiago on a project named SOU based in Vinho Verde, and with João Soares in Bairrada, called V Puro.
Nuno began his winemaking journey in 2001 by producing wines for others. In 2009, he launched his own endeavor in Bairrada in collaboration with winemaker João Soares, which marked the inception of the V Puro project. He expanded into Dão region in 2012 by partnering with João Corrêa, under the Druida label, while also using Mira do Ó for his Dão wines and entering Bucelas later on. The SOU project with Joana Santiago commenced in 2018, focusing on natural winemaking practices like wild fermentation and hands-off methods.
The Wines
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Druida Branco 2022 Dão, Portugal: Comprising a single parcel of Encruzado on blue granite with clay topping, it’s vinified in cement tanks. The wine displays a bright and linear character with citrusy notes, stony details, and excellent refinement. Rating: 94/100.
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Druida Encruzado Reserva 2022 Dão, Portugal: The inaugural wine Nuno created in the Dão in 2012, this wine is fermented in barrels and delivers a vibrant profile with fresh acidity and a hint of nuts on the finish. Rating: 94/100.
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Grande Druida Branco 2021 Dão, Portugal: Sourced from a single plot with a clay layer over granite, it presents bright minerality and keen acidity, accented by apple and lime hints. Rating: 94/100.
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Mira do Ó Caminhante 2022 Dão, Portugal: A blanc de Noir from Baga that offers lovely weight and cherry notes with aniseed and lemony undertones, showcasing an open and fruity profile. Rating: 93/100.
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Doravante Bairrada Blanco 2022 Portugal: Derived from clay/limestone soils near Melhado, this predominantly Bical wine is characterized by its mineral and refreshing lemon notes, complemented by a chalky texture. Rating: 94/100.
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Aliós Branco de Outrora 2021 Bairrada, Portugal: Featuring mostly Bical from old vines, this wine possesses textured complexity with lemony fruits and subtle nuttiness. Rating: 92/100.
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Teima Branco 2021 Alentejo, Portugal: Originating from a historic vineyard in Portalegre at high elevation, it’s a field blend displaying fresh, mineral qualities with subtle pear and lime. Rating: 94/100.
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Teima Tinto 2021 Alentejo, Portugal: This wine features Castelão and Grand Noir varieties with whole bunch fermentation. It’s fresh, bright, and expressive with pure cherry fruit. Rating: 93/100.
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Druida Tinto 2020 Dão, Portugal: Comprising Jaen, Alfrocheiro, and Touriga Nacional, the wine showcases purity and excellent acidity with red fruit flavors tinged with liquorice. Rating: 94/100.
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Aliós Tinto Elegáncia de Outrora 2021 Bairrada, Portugal: Sourced from a century-old Baga vineyard, it’s bright and tart with cherry and cranberry nuances. Rating: 95/100.
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Aliós Ourtrora Baga Clássico 2018 Bairrada, Portugal: This wine is structured, with classic firm tannins and flavor notes of liquorice and cherry. It promises longevity and age-worthiness. Rating: 95/100.
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