CARTUXA
Fondacao Eugénio de Almeida Cartuxa EA Alentajano
- Organic
- Beef
$17.80
About this winery
Domaine Cartuxa, located in Évora in Portugal's Alentejo region, is one of the region's most prestigious wineries. Founded by the Fundação Eugénio de Almeida, it produces renowned wines such as Pêra-Manca and Cartuxa Colheita. The estate is renowned for its red, white and sparkling wines, made from local grape varieties such as Aragonez, Alicante Bouschet and Trincadeira. The estate combines tradition and innovation to produce top-quality wines.
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Production notes
When the grapes reach the point of maturation, they carefully picked, de-stalked and gently crushed. Fermentation is in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature of 24-27°C. This wine age 8 months in french barrels. Gently filtration before bottling.
Tasting notes
Deep pomegranate color. Aromas of wild berries, dried fruit and liquorice. Good acidity and firm tannins. Complex, with a soft, persistent finish. Food pairings : Spanish-style beef with sofrito, Quebec pork tenderloin glazed with maple and whisky, duck breast with figs.