Growing Conditions
Barrancas, Maipú, Mendoza. It is an area with soils of origin aluvional, on the margin of the Mendoza River. It is a very benefited area because of its natural drainage, its temperatures and microclimate are very favorable for an excellent maturity of the grapes.
This property has an area of 200 hectares of which 70 are already planted with Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Moscatel, Bonarda, Syrah and Tannat. 40 hectares are of Almond trees, and complementing the landscape we also have olive trees, poplars and rose bushes, each one with specific functions.
The area is characterized by having a stony soil due to its proximity to the Mendoza River. It has a sandy and stony soil, of alluvial origin, with very good drainage, quite homogeneous in its composition. During the maturation period, the thermal amplitude can reach 23 degrees. For irrigation, water from 2 wells is used and it is carried to each plant through a pressurized system with drippers.
Harvest
HARVEST: Manual VINEYARD: Finca Bautem [Single-vineyard wine]
Aging
8 months of French oak barrels 2nd use.
Appearance
It is a wine that is characterized by a delicate view with intense reddish tints. On the nose the red fruit stands out black, with the presence of figs, accompanied by aromas spicy, mainly white pepper. In the mouth, the intensity of the fruit manifests again and it is amalgamated with the typicity of the elegant tannins.