Alberto Orte is a force to be reckoned with: this vigneron crafts fascinating and ambitious wines that have established him as one of the most talented of Spain’s next-generation producers. Beyond co-founding Olé & Obrigado, Orte has also spent much of his life discovering historic terroirs, resurrecting forgotten vines, and replanting grape varieties of the past that might otherwise have been lost to us. He also uses organic methods whilst following the principles of biodynamic growing. In the cellar, vinification borrows its rhythm from the terroirs and grapes themselves, as well as the climate of each parcel. They are all taken into account when adapting fermentation containers and ageing times.
Orte produces two kinds of wine: the first come from single terroirs, and these carry the Alberto Orte label, and the others, more accessible, come from village-named vineyards and are bottled under the Vinos Atlántico label. This range includes Valdeorras reds and Jerez amber wine, a variety of cuvées reflecting a variety of terroirs. A reference producer for getting to know the richness offered by Spanish wine.

A major variety in the Spanish wine landscape, Palomino boasts large bunches surrounded by voluminous leaves. The light green coloured berries, with their fine, strong skins, turn a golden yellow when fully ripe. In the vineyards, each step is performed with the greatest care, allowing the grapes to develop their personality naturally. In the winery, the same ethos applies. Vinification is low interventionist and sulphur is used in minute quantities.
The elegant, brilliant colour heralds a rich, intense bouquet. The expressive nose offers subtle aromas of salted almonds, hazelnuts and candied orange peel. The fresh mouthfeel boasts fine acidity, leading to a deliciously persistent finish. This wine may be enjoyed in its youth or following a good few years of cellaring.