Cartuxa Branco, Vinho de Curtimenta, 3x75cl

🍷 Cartuxa Branco – Vinho de Curtimenta
Portugal | Alentejo | Quinta de Valbom | Arinto, Roupeiro, Fernão Pires, Trincadeira das Pratas & Malvasia Rei
Style: Skin-Contact White Wine (Vinho de Curtimenta) | Winemaking: Fermented with extended skin contact (tanning) using traditional methods to extract texture, tannins, and complexity, followed by ageing in both stainless steel and used oak to balance freshness with structure
Farming: From the historic Quinta de Valbom estate, where over two centuries of viticultural tradition meet low-intervention farming and indigenous grape varieties to produce wines of authenticity and depth

🍂 A bold Alentejo white—textural, golden-hued, and rich in character.

👁 In the Glass:
Amber-gold with a slight haze—inviting and artisanal.

👃 On the Nose:
Intriguing and aromatic. Dried citrus peel, stone fruit, and chamomile intertwine with herbal notes, beeswax, and a gentle oxidative character.

👅 On the Palate:
Textured and layered. Firm tannins and savoury depth frame flavours of apricot skin, dried herbs, orange zest, and almond. The finish is long, slightly grippy, and distinctly mineral, offering both freshness and rustic charm.

🍽 Food Pairing:
Ideal with cured meats, aged cheeses, mushroom dishes, or octopus stew. A brilliant match for bold, umami-rich foods and Mediterranean fare.

⏳ Ageing Potential:
Delicious now with decanting, and will age gracefully over 5–8 years, developing further nuance and oxidative complexity.

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
Cartuxa Branco Vinho de Curtimenta is a soulful expression of Alentejo tradition—authentic, textured, and full of personality. A white wine that drinks like a red, crafted for those who seek something distinctive and thought-provoking.