Moscatel Oro Los Cuartillos | Primitivo Collantes

Wine Identification
Moscatel Oro Los Cuartillos is a fortified Moscatel produced by Primitivo Collantes in Chiclana de la Frontera, Spain. It falls under the Jerez appellation within the Andalucía region. This bottling carries no vintage.

Origin and Winemaking
The bodega owns vineyards in two albariza pagos of Chiclana: Pozo Galván and Matalián. The grapes for Los Cuartillos are sourced exclusively from the Finca Matalián, covering two hectares of Moscatel de Grano Menudo (Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains). The vines grow in albariza soils, specifically the tipo tajón variety, under a coastal Atlantic climate.

Vinification begins with harvesting on the first day of the vintage to ensure peak freshness, explicitly avoiding sun-drying (asoleo) or the addition of sweetening must (arrope). The juice undergoes partial fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. To achieve its character, the wine is fortified (encabezado) to 15% alcohol by volume. It then rests for approximately eighteen months without contact with wood, preserving its primary fruit characteristics before bottling as a Generoso style wine.

Tasting Profile and Characteristics
This Moscatel exhibits a residual sugar level of approximately 210–230 g/l, indicating a luscious, sweet profile balanced by the 15% alcohol content. The lack of oxidative aging in wood suggests vibrant aromatics typical of young Muscat wines, with notes of fresh grapes, citrus, and floral elements likely prominent on the nose. The texture is expected to be rich and syrupy due to the high sugar concentration, yet maintained by the cool fermentation process which preserves acidity and freshness.

Overall Character
Moscatel Oro Los Cuartillos represents a modern, unoxidized approach to Jerez Muscat. By bypassing traditional wood contact and avoiding sun-dried grapes, Primitivo Collantes highlights the pure varietal expression of their albariza-grown fruit. It is a potent, sweet fortified wine designed for immediate enjoyment or pairing with rich desserts, showcasing the distinct terroir of Chiclana de la Frontera through its specific soil and climatic conditions.