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Cartojal is a sweet fortified wine made under the warm sun of Málaga. It’s crafted with care and offers a smooth balance of sweetness and acidity. A true highlight of Andalusian winemaking.

How Cartojal is made

It all starts in the vineyard. Grapes are picked at peak ripeness, when they hit just the right sugar level — around 268 g/l. After harvesting, the grapes are gently destemmed and macerated to bring out their full aroma.

The juice is then softly pressed using a pneumatic press and fermented at a controlled 15ºC. To keep the wine sweet, the fermentation is stopped by adding rectified grape spirit. This locks in the flavour and leaves about 100 g of residual sugar.

Minimal handling after fermentation keeps the wine as pure as possible. Any natural sediment is a sign of its authenticity, not a flaw.

What it tastes like

Looks: Light yellow in colour, with a slight green tint. Clear, clean, and very inviting in the glass.

Smell: Expect fresh hints of honey and citrus. The aroma is bright, playful, and sets the stage for what’s to come.

Taste: A mouthful of juicy grape flavour, balanced between sweet and just enough acidity to keep things fresh. It's not overly sugary — just smooth, easy to drink, and surprisingly crisp for a sweet wine.

Best way to serve it

Chill Cartojal to somewhere between 6ºC and 8ºC. This brings out the freshness and keeps it lively. Perfect for warm evenings, or as a dessert wine.

It pairs nicely with fruit-based desserts or soft cheeses. Or skip the food and enjoy a glass on its own. Sometimes simplicity wins.

Why Cartojal stands out

This is more than just a sweet wine. It’s vegan-friendly and made with precision. Whether you’re a wine lover or just curious, Cartojal brings a taste of Málaga worth sharing.