The
resulting design takes the form of a wooden case specially treated to evoke the
tones and textures of aged maritime timber, with a finish that subtly
references the underwater environment. A front window introduces a visual
narrative inspired by the seabed, where marine fauna and flora, deep blue
tonalities and soft light effects suggest sunlight filtering through water. The
aesthetic language remains deliberately restrained, focusing on the iconic
Torre de Palma symbol and refined typography that echo the architecture and
character of the boutique winery, while carefully considered textures and
geometric details draw on Roman motifs, reinforcing the historical heritage of
the region.
Conceived
as a dual-object presentation, the packaging celebrates the coexistence of
tradition and experimentation. By housing both bottles within a single
structure, it invites a comparative tasting experience that reveals how
environment and time shape flavour, aroma and identity. The project is framed
by the strategic concept “From Alentejo to the depths”, positioning the
packaging as a time capsule that preserves not only two wines but two
complementary philosophies of winemaking: ancestral knowledge and contemporary
exploration.
Produced as
a limited edition of 2,900 individually numbered sets, each case contains one
underwater-aged bottle and one traditionally aged bottle, offering collectors
and connoisseurs a rare opportunity to engage with the same wine through two
distinct maturation journeys. Torre de Palma, a boutique winery and wine hotel
located in Monforte in the heart of Alto Alentejo, is known for its
author-driven wines produced in harmony with nature and for its distinctive
architecture inspired by the region’s Roman legacy. This project extends that
ethos, translating innovation, heritage and place into a packaging experience
that resonates both conceptually and sensorially.