Growing Conditions

Vine age: From 15-60 years old. Vineyards selected for Carrascal Malbec are situated in Lujan de Cuyo and Maipu, within the subregions of Ugarteche, Agrelo, El Carrizal, Chacras de Coria and Russell.

2019 was characterized by a very dry cycle with precipitations reaching 50% less than the historic average, leading to smaller berries and lower yields due to hydric stress. Within the traditional regions of Lujan de Cuyo, cooler temperatures led to fresh acidity levels, while small berries help concentrate dark fruit and tobacco notes, while the dry weather allowed for excellent sanitary conditions.

Harvest

All grapes were harvested manually and selected at the vineyard, transported in small 20kg cases to the winery and immediately crushed.

Bottling

MAY 2021

Winemaking

Traditional alcoholic fermentation of 7-10 days in temperatures between 78.8-82.4F, pumping over twice a day. Complete malolactic fermentation.

Aging

18 months in French oak casks of 2.200 – 6.000 litres