In 1988, A Danish-American couple, Hans and Carrie Jorgensen set out in a sailboat to find a place to start a family and plant vines. They came to Alentejo and they found “Cortes de Cima.” It was just a barren land and a few abandoned buildings. But Carrie, of Portuguese ancestry, said the landscape reminded her of California, her homeland. Hans, who was born in Denmark, fell in love with the Mediterranean sun. Their first wine was “born” in 1998 and the many successful vintages which followed as well as their pioneering spirit have put Cortes de Cima on the map. The main grape used is Aragonez (Spanish call it Tempranillo). It has a overt nose of fresh cherries, red plum, dark fruits and a lick of black liquorice. It is vibrant and well-rounded on the palate with good acidity and body. There is so much to love about this wine. One of my favourites enjoy!!
Chaminé Tinto
€30.00
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1 in stock
Description
Tasting Notes from Pinto Wines |
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Colour | Medium Ruby |
Nose | Fresh cherries, red plum, dark fruits and a lick of black liquorice |
Palate | Vibrant and well-rounded on the palate with good acidity and body |
Fact Sheet |
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Size | 75 cl |
Grape Variety | 45% Aragonez (Tempranillo), 30% Syrah, 15% Touriga Nacional, 5% Trincadeira, 5% Alicante Bouschet |
Alcohol % | 13.5% |
Style | Fruity & Welcoming medium body Red |
Estate/Producer | Cortes De Cima |
Country | Portugal |
Region | Alentejo |
Vintage | 2019 |
Vinification | Each parcel was harvested separately according to ripeness. The fruit was destemmed and gently crushed, following fermentation under temperature control for 2 weeks in stainless steel tanks, with gentle punchdowns, pumpovers and delestage. Aged in tank on fine lees |
Closure | Natural Cork |
Cellaring/Ageing Potential | Drink Now with ageing potential for up to 10 years |