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In August of 2006, Francesc SORTEVERA Sortevera (meaning “The Passage”) is a Grimalt and Sergio Caballero  set up 4Kilos Wines, a company dedicated to the production of wines that reflect the subtle nuances of grape, climate and soil. From the early days they have been supported by local winegrowers, which is important when attempting to make wine with a strong identity and respect for tradition.

In many vineyards native vegetation cover is used to obtain more concentrated grapes, better ground porosity and increased microbial population. The vineyards are located in different parts of the north and south of Mallorca, the reason being that they do not belong to any particular D.O. They are planted mostly on Cal Vermell soils, a popular name used to describe a local type of clay. The varieties that are grown Callet, Cabernet, Sauvignon, French Fogoneu, Merlot, Monastrell and Syrah.

SUERTES DEL MARQUÉS,

JONATAN GARCÍA ,DO VALLE DE LA OROTAVA, TENERIFE

Suertes Del Marqués are wine-makers that never lose sight of the respect for tradition. The use of native yeasts is a key factor in their wine-making process. They use both stainless steel and concrete tanks. Their wines are also aged in small French oak casks from artisan barrel makers in Burgundy. This process, together with the personality of the plot where the grapes are grown imbues their wines with unique identity and character.

Their estate “El Esquilón”, is located in the area known as “Las Suertes” in the mid- region of La Orotava Valley. It is a 9 ha. vineyard consisting of 21 plots, extending in altitude from 350 metres to 700 metres above sea level. The vineyards are mostly composed of old, ungrafted vine stocks of black and white Listan grapes, which coexist with other native varietals. A unique method of vine training called “Trenzado” (multiple cordon) is traditionally used.

SORTEVERA, JONATAN GARCÍA & ALONSO RAMOS, TAGANANA, TENERIFE

Sortevera (meaning “The Passage”) is a colaboration between Jonatan Garcia from Suertes del Marques and Alonso Ramos, viticulturalist and owner of the vineyards in Taganana – in the northeast edge of the Tenerife. The area is known for its rugged volcanic landscape and centenary vines climbing the steep cliffs. Winemaking is done by Jonatan Garcia, in the cellars of Suertes del Marques.