This blend of varieties has been aged in unlined clay amphorae, an ancient wine making technique that gives a unique character. Oxygenation takes place through the porous clay in a similar way to oak. Similarly, the wine extracts tannins from the clay that give a very different character to those present in wood. The overall effect is to create a wine that displays elements of maturity, without any of the interference of wood, allowing the fruit to take centre stage. Rich, savoury and spicy with chewy tannins and a long, powerful finish.
Cortes de Cima
Cortes de Cima Amphora 2016
Fermented and matured in locally made, unlined clay amphorae. This ancient winemaking technique gives an original fruit-centric flavour profile.
Cortes de Cima
Cortes de Cima Amphora 2016
Fermented and matured in locally made, unlined clay amphorae. This ancient winemaking technique gives an original fruit-centric flavour profile.
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Founded in 1988 by Danish-American couple, Hans and Carrie Jorgensson, Cortes de Cima Family vineyards make modern wines from blends of Syrah and native Portuguese varieties. All Cortes wines are made with fruit grown on the coast of Alentejo and are estate bottled. Sparing use of oak is a signature of their house style, preferring to let the fruit do most of the talking.
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