Wine Description

A special selection of Malbec grapes sourced from high altitude vineyards in Agrelo. The wine ages in small, second passage French oak barrels for 12 months to achieve refinement of fruit flavor, complemented by a delicate touch of oak.

Tasting Notes

A brilliant wine of deep red color with purple hues. The nose displays aromas of cherries, plums, cloves and vanilla, as well as a hint of smoke suggesting elegance and complexity. The mouth-feel is round and warm, balancing both fruit and spice. The finish is long and elegant. Pair with grilled or roasted beef or game meats, spicy sauces and mature cheeses.

Vineyard Characteristics

Production area/name of vineyard:	The Agrelo vineyard
Size of vineyard (acres):	125
Soil composition:	Alluvial
Training method:	Pergola
Elevation (feet):	3,600
Vines/acre:	640
Exposure:	Northern/southern
Year vineyard planted:	1973

Winemaking & Aging

Varietal composition:	100% Malbec
Harvest time:	March-April
First vintage of this wine:	1969
Number bottles produced of this wine:	24,000
Fermentation
Fermentation container:	Concrete tanks
Fermentation temperature (°F):	73-77
Length of maceration (days):	22
Aging
Aging container:	Barrel
Size of aging container:	225 L
Age of aging container:	2nd passage
Cooperage:	French oak
Length of aging before bottling:	12 months
Analytical Data
Alcohol:	14.4%
pH level:	3.6
Residual sugar (grams/liter):	2.2
Acidity (grams/liter):	5
Dry extract (grams/liter):	30.5

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