VINEYARD LOCATION:
Vistalba, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza
GRAPES:
100% Malbec
YIELD:
45 hl/ ha
Deleafing and green picking is performed in December.
Harvest is realized manually. Meticulous sorting is performed by
hand prior to vinification in order to select the best grapes.
Fermentation:
Cold maceration carried out at 10ºC – 12ºC for 5 days prior to fermentation which is carried out at a controlled temperature of 26°C. 4 pump-overs per day and a long maceration period of 25 days.
AGEING:
60% of the wine is aged in French oak barrels for 12 months.
TASTING NOTES:
Deep red colour with violet tones. Very intense bouquet with red cherry fruit and spices. Complex and well-balanced with vanilla and chocolate notes from the oak. A modern style wine, with sweet silky tannins. Great with all kind of grilled meats, games and cheeses.