Cartuxa, Tinto Vinho de Talha, 3x75cl

🍷 Cartuxa, Tinto Vinho de Talha
Country: Portugal | Region: Alentejo
Appellation: Vinho Regional Alentejano | Grape Variety: Traditional Portuguese varieties (typically Aragonez, Trincadeira, Alicante Bouschet)
Style: Still Red Wine | Winemaking: Fermented and aged in ancient clay amphorae (talhas) following a centuries-old Alentejan tradition
Farming: Certified Organic

🌟 A soulful and historic red—earthy, powerful, and beautifully authentic.

👁 In the Glass:
Deep garnet with rustic intensity—bold and traditional.

👃 On the Nose:
Rich and evocative, with aromas of ripe blackberries, dark plum, wild herbs, and dried fig. Earthy undertones of leather, spice, and clay evoke its amphora heritage.

👅 On the Palate:
Full-bodied and textured, with dense dark fruit, robust tannins, and a savoury mineral edge. The clay aging lends an earthy, almost smoky character, finishing long with grip and depth.

🍽 Food Pairing:
Perfect with grilled meats, black pork, rustic stews, or aged hard cheeses. Also a natural fit for traditional Alentejan dishes.

⏳ Ageing Potential:
Drinking well now, with the structure to evolve over 6–10 years, gaining complexity and a silken finish.

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
Cartuxa’s Tinto Vinho de Talha is a tribute to Alentejo’s ancient winemaking roots—organic, artisanal, and rich with history. A powerful yet soulful red that honours the silence of the monks and the timeless wisdom of clay.