Semi Sweet Malbec 2019
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Argentina
Mendoza at the foothills of the Andes mountain range, receives the warm rays of sunlight over 300 days a year. The grapes concentrate its natural sweetness and balanced acidity, resulting in a fresh and velvety Melbec with captivating aromas. Off-dry style red wine that showcases the fresh dark berry characteristics of Melbec grown in the heart of Argentina.
Harvest Note
The 2019 vintage will go down as one of the best vintages of the decade with red wines showing outstanding quality. In general, the wines of the vintage should be classified as very good to excellent quality. After a notably cool and dry spring, the cool temperatures and dry conditions continued throughout the growing season, allowing the grapes to hang on the vine and ripen 1-3 weeks longer than normal. This prolonged growing season allowed the grapes to ripen slowly and evenly, with the cool temperatures and dry conditions producing lower yields. The result was a great balance between aromatic expression and concentration of color and tannins. The wines display elegance and balance with fresh acidity and superb aging potential.
Tasting Note
Attractive, with raspberries and red fruity notes. Rich flavors of red and wild fruit. Easy drinking and enjoyable wine.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 100% Malbec
APPELLATION: Mendoza
PH: 3.53
ACIDITY: 5.85 g/l
ABV: 12.7%
RESIDUAL SUGAR: 54.56 g/l
Unique Selling Points
- Easy drinking and approachable wines showcasing Malbec's signature characteristics.
- Grown throughout some of Argentina's best winegrowing regions.
- Off-dry style that can be served as an aperitif or paired with a wide range of foods.
Founded in 1895, Bodega Norton is one of the most awarded Argentinean wine brands in the U.S. with more than 150 international wine awards to date. Bodega Norton combines a modern, state-of-the-art facility with rich heritage and old world charm.
David Bonomi, Chief Winemaker
About the Grape
Malbec
Well-made Malbec is a dark, perfumed wine with rich, blackberry and damson plum fruit, aromas of violets and tobacco, and ripe, juicy tannins. In France, may be mineral, structured and austere.
