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Notes of: Strawberry

Notes of: Violet

Notes of: Olive

Notes of: Prune

Notes of: Black Pepper

Notes of: Blackcurrant

Cortes de Cima

Cortes de Cima Chaminé Tinto

Portugal, Alentejo

Red wine

3.8

Expert Rating

0.0

Rarely Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Cortes de Cima Chaminé Tinto is a delightful red wine that showcases the expertise of its producer. Hailing from the Alentejo region in Portugal, this wine is crafted from carefully selected grapes grown in the vineyards of Cortes de Cima. The vineyard's unique features, such as its Mediterranean climate and clay-limestone soils, contribute to the wine's exceptional quality. The winemaking process involves a combination of traditional and modern techniques, resulting in a wine that beautifully balances fruitiness and structure. With its vibrant flavors, smooth tannins, and medium body, Cortes de Cima Chaminé Tinto is a versatile and approachable wine that is sure to please any wine lover.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Cortes de Cima Chaminé Tinto is a red wine produced by Cortes de Cima, a renowned winery located in the Alentejo region of Portugal.This wine is crafted using a blend of traditional Portuguese grape varieties, including Aragonez, Syrah, and Touriga Nacional. In terms of appearance, Cortes de Cima Chaminé Tinto displays a deep ruby color, indicating its youthfulness and vibrancy. On the nose, it offers an enticing bouquet of ripe red fruits, such as cherries and plums, accompanied by subtle hints of spice and earthiness. On the palate, this wine showcases a medium to full body, with well-integrated tannins that provide a smooth and velvety texture. The flavors of red fruits persist, complemented by notes of black pepper and a touch of oak. The acidity is well-balanced, adding freshness and ensuring a pleasant, lingering finish. Overall, Cortes de Cima Chaminé Tinto is a well-crafted red wine that offers a delightful combination of fruitiness, complexity, and elegance. It showcases the winery's commitment to producing high-quality wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Alentejo region.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2028

Profile

Sweetness:

Almost dry

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Bold

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grainy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Shiraz/Syrah

ORIGINS

Winery: Cortes de Cima

Region: Alentejo

Nestled in the south of Portugal, Alentejo is a wine region that is often overlooked. With its Mediterranean climate, rolling hills, and ancient winemaking traditions, Alentejo is a hidden gem in the world of wine. Alentejo has a long and storied history of winemaking. The region has been producing wine since the time of the Romans, and it has been an important part of the Portuguese economy for centuries. In the 19th century, Alentejo was the largest wine producer in Portugal, and it remains an important part of the country's wine industry today.

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