Red Blend 2020
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Global / Mendoza
These grapes were discovered at altitude in some of Mendoza’s best terroirs, including the Agrelo and Vistaflores subregions. Vineyards are planted at high density in the foothills of the Andes Mountains, starting above 975 meters (3,200 feet), where the altitude and poor soil result in lower yields and a cooler climate for balanced wines. Grapes are handpicked, destemmed and manually sorted, with only perfectly ripe fruit.
Harvest Note
It was a typical winter for Mendoza with plenty of sunny days. The last days of spring and summer months brought high temperature and little precipitation. At the end of the month, and after more than fifty days with temperatures over 90°F, the ripening process advanced faster than ever before.The end result was concentrated grapes with exceptional character and freshness.
Tasting Note
Aromas of ripe plum and blackberry with spicy notes and a touch of vanilla and chocolate. On the palate, the wine is fleshy, round and generous, with velvety tannins surrounding multiple layers of blackberry, cherry, and vanilla that linger on the finish.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 40% Malbec, 30% Bonarda, 18% Syrah, 12% Cabernet Sauvignon
APPELLATION: Mendoza
ABV: 13%
Unique Selling Points
- A truly global Red Blend, luscious and fruit-forward, with black fruits accented by vanilla and chocolate
- Lower Carbon Footprint: Sustainable practices in the vineyards and winery
- Screw cap closure is practical, environmentally friendly and well-suited for wines meant to be enjoyed on release
About the Grape
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon is adaptable to various growing conditions, and is known for its low yield and late ripeness. It generally produces full-bodied wines with substantial acidity and tannins.
Merlot
Merlot makes plump, succulent wines to drink young or opulently massive wines for aging. Has silky, blackberry and currant fruit, with spice, earth, tobacco and chocolate notes, and soft tannins.
Syrah
Syrah has seductively dense, rich, chewy black berry aromas and flavors, with notes of tar, wood smoke, bacon, leather, chocolate, and sometimes violets. The tannins are firm yet elegant.
