Cortes de Cima Cortes de Cima Tinto 2020
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Cortes de Cima Tinto 2020
Alentejo, Portugal
Description
An elegant red full of identity, capturing the essence of Cortes de Cima’s terroir. Deep aromas of cedar, wet earth and Mediterranean spices lead to a vibrant, textured palate. The fruit — a mix of red and black — is expressive, precise and inviting, with fine tannins and a rare freshness for Alentejo. A layered, energetic wine with great aging potential.
Viticulture & Winemaking
• Organic farming with low-intervention philosophy
• Manual night harvest to preserve freshness
• Hand sorting on selection table
• Indigenous yeast fermentation
• ~50% whole-cluster inclusion
• 12 months aging in French oak barrels (various ages)
• Final refinement in stainless steel before bottling
Grapes & Technical Data
• Syrah and Touriga Franca
• Origin: Clay-limestone soils of Vidigueira
• Alcohol: ~13.5% vol
• SO₂ total: n/a
• Limited production
Scores & Accolades
• 17/20 Jancis Robinson
"Elegant, refined and distinctive. This wine evokes a northern Rhône Syrah with the floral lift of Touriga Franca. Chalky texture and a long, vibrant, dry finish."
• 17/20 Revista de Vinhos
Food Pairings
Ideal with oven-roasted meats (such as lamb or duck), wild mushroom dishes, game birds and semi-aged cheeses.