Alberto Orte – A Portela Tinto
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Spain
Galicia
Wine
Red
The Facts
UPCs 2017 (750ml) - 8 437008 409399
Origins Spain > Galicia > Valdeorras
Appellation Valdeorras
Varietal Mencia
Cepage 100% Mencia
Winemaking 5 day cold soak in tank. Once fermentation has taken place, the skins spend another 10 days in tank, then racked.
Aging 12 months stainless steel then 8 months French oak barrels
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The Character
Overall Ranging from rustic and powerful to high-toned and elegant,
Aromas Fragrant crushed-rose and lighter cherry aromas
Mouthfeel Very fluid, even and plush palate.
Tasting Notes Fine, yet powerful tannins. Dark stones and spices. Plenty of detail.
Selling Point A perfect introduction to the hallmark red grape of Galicia.
Pairings Herb-roasted chicken, pork loin, sautéed mushrooms, lamp chops or even salmon would be divine.
Awards 94pts Wine Enthusiast
Sustainability Biodynamic In Practice, Organic In Practice, Sustainable In Practice
The Story
Mencía, the hallmark grape of northwestern Spain, wears many hats. Ranging from rustic and powerful to high-toned and elegant, it is a variety that clearly reflects its terroir. In this case, A Portela comes from DO Valdeorras, the “gateway to Galicia.” Beloved in ancient times as the only place the Romans found that could grow olives so far north on their supply line, Valdeorras is warmer than its neighbors to the west, shielded by mountains from the cold wet winds of the Atlantic. It’s also cooler than its neighbor Bierzo to the east, similarly shielded from hot Continental winds by mountains. While this area is best known for white wine production (particularly Godello), Valdeorras was, historically, home to beautiful reds as well. Winemaker Alberto Orte produces A Portela from a single vineyard, planted to high elevation slate and granite soils. This combination of elevation, soil and temperate climate makes for an elegant, mineral-driven Mencía that carries both generosity of fruit and spice and also precise, elegant acidity. Truly a unique plot, it’s no wonder that the A Portela subdistrict is nicknamed the Gateway to Heaven!
About Alberto Orte
Brand Story
Alberto has dedicated a huge portion of his life to discovering great terroirs, resurrecting ancient clones, and replanting nearly extinct grape varieties that would otherwise be lost to modernity. Alberto produces wine in many regions throughout the Iberian Peninsula.
Brand Story
Alberto has dedicated a huge portion of his life to discovering great terroirs, resurrecting ancient clones, and replanting nearly extinct grape varieties that would otherwise be lost to modernity. Alberto produces wine in many regions throughout the Iberian Peninsula.
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