Atlántida Tintilla
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Winemaker Notes
Dusty albariza chalk supports aromas of Italian plum, dried black cherry, and green herbs like rosemary and sage. Hints of sea breeze and minerality reminiscent of bluefin tuna are present. As the wine opens, wild fruits emerge, giving way to a palate that is light, lifted, and elegant. It offers mouthwatering acidity, persistent flavor, and integrated tannins. The wine reveals restrained red and black fruits, candied violet, rooibos, and subtle notes of oregano and Darjeeling tea on the finish.
Wine Information
Atlántida is a remarkable red wine from Jerez, Spain's renowned historic grape-growing region known for its solera aging system for sherry wine. Less well-known, however, are the exceptional vineyard sites across the region, where nearly forgotten grape varieties are being cultivated again, producing some of Spain's finest wines today. Historically, Jerez was home to over 80 different grape varieties before phylloxera devastated the area, leading to a shift toward cultivating a single productive strain of Palomino, the base grape for dry sherry. Among the pre-phylloxera varieties, Tintilla stands out as a unique, long-cycling grape that perfectly captures the mineral, salty, and chalky characteristics of the albariza soil in Jerez's coastal terrain. Its meticulous cultivation and limited production make it a key component of Alberto Orte’s innovative project in this region. Orte’s winemaking philosophy focuses on harmonizing nature and the winery, preserving the land’s identity while ensuring transparency and varietal expression in his wines.
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