Cortes de Cima Chamine Alentejano Tinto 2021

The Chaminé line represents the estate’s most immediate and accessible wines, and this Tinto is a terrific introduction to the new direction at Cortes de Cima. It is a blend of Syrah, Touriga Franca, Trincadeira, and Alicante Bouschet, fermented naturally with 30% whole clusters. The wine is aged first for one year in used French barrels, followed by an additional year in tank, allowing it to retain both its texture and its freshness.

This is a pure and beautifully expressive Alentejo red, with complex aromas of dark cherry, tomato paste, and wild herbs. The palate is soft, bright, and savory, showing red fruit, menthol, and herbal notes, with enough freshness to keep everything lifted. It is a phenomenal food wine, especially with dishes such as vegetarian stuffed peppers, or lamb kofta.