Nose
Nose of red fruit and flowers.
Palate
Sweet soft entry followed by round, silky tannins. Long, persistent finish, and black cherry flavors. Medium body.
Growing Conditions
REGION Uco Valley
ALTITUD 900-1100masl (2950-3600 feet)
Harvest
HARVEST Hand picking, March-April.
Winemaking
The grapes were hand-harvested, destemmed and crushed. The must was chilled and cold-soaked for 72 hours prior to fermentation for additional extraction of color, tannins and flavor. Fermentation took place in upright, conical tanks at 29° celsius (85°F) for six to eight days. The wine underwent full malolactic fermentation. It was bottled-aged for 6 months before being released into market.
Appearance
Intense bright and deep ruby color.
Food Pairing
Pork, Risotto and Blue Cheese.