Red Wine

Quinta do Côtto

Sousão 2020, 75cl

Douro

Quinta do Côtto

A DOC Douro wine of great historical significance, produced from grapes sourced from a single vineyard parcel of the Sousão variety. The 1961 harvest marked the beginning of high-quality wine production in the Douro.

Viticulture
Grapes from a parcel planted in 2001, in schist soil, with the Sousão variety and a west-facing exposure.

Winemaking
Fermentation with whole clusters in a stainless steel lagares with temperature control. 16 days of maceration, starting with foot treading, later replaced by gentle work on the cap. Pressing near the end of alcoholic fermentation, followed by aging in barrels. 12 months of aging in two used French oak barrels and one Portuguese oak barrel, before bottling.

Analysis
Total Acidity: 6.8 g/L; pH: 3.54

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.