Red Wine

Quinta do Côtto

Bastardo 2022, 75cl

Douro

Quinta do Côtto

A DOC Douro Baixo-Corgo wine, produced exclusively from grapes sourced from a vineyard planted in 1970, with 1,212 Bastardo variety vines.

Winemaking
After total destemming and gentle crushing, the grapes fermented in a small stainless steel lagares, with a light work of lowering the cap. Pressing was done before the fermentation finished, which then concluded in the tank. Aged for 12 months in barrels and about 1 year in bottle.

Analysis
Total Acidity: 5.2 g/L
Reducing Sugars: 1 g/L

Allergens information

Contains sulphites.

Quinta do Côtto

Quinta do Côtto is one of the great icons of Douro’s history and winemaking tradition. Located in the heart of Baixo Corgo, between Mesão Frio and Peso da Régua, the birthplace of the first Douro DOC wines, this estate combines centuries of expertise with a breathtaking landscape. With 40 hectares of vineyards stretching across steep slopes overlooking the Douro River, it offers ideal conditions for producing wines of exceptional quality.

Surrounded by a forest that preserves the region’s natural harmony, the vineyards of Quinta do Côtto carry stories that span generations. Many of these vines are over a century old, planted in schist soils at altitudes ranging from 120 to 430 meters. This unique terroir is the secret behind wines full of elegance, freshness, and character, recognized as some of the most iconic in the Douro region.

Founded in 1757, Quinta do Côtto has earned more than 100 awards and is present in over eight countries. This legacy makes the estate a global ambassador of Douro’s prestige, sharing the essence of the region with wine enthusiasts worldwide.