Domaine Nico Grand Père

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Wine Description

Elegant and classic Pinot Noir that fits the name "Grandfather".  Laura has a profound respect for what grandparents do for children, and she wanted to honor their love and wisdom with this wine. 
 

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Acclaim
“Aromatically restrained, but the palate of this light-bodied red is mouthwatering and savory, with floral herb and toasted spice notes that cling to the bright cranberry and cherry core. Ends with fine tannins and nice length, offering a persistent spice note.” — Wine Spectator, Mar 2024
“A dead-ringer of Burgundy with mushrooms, moss, forest berries and orange zest. Textured, medium-bodied on the palate with a very long, layered finish. Goes on and on.” – #86  — James Suckling, Jan 2024
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Vineyard & Production Info
Vineyard name
Villa Bastias
Vineyard size
5 acres
Soil composition
Gravel and Clay-Loam
Elevation:
3,675 feet
Year vineyard planted:
1993
First vintage of this wine:
2017
Bottles produced of this wine:
13,443
Average Vine Age:
7
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Winemaking & Aging
Maceration length:
7-14 Days
Varietal composition:
100% Pinot Noir
Fermentation temperature:
25 C °F
Maceration technique:
Punch Down by Hand
Type of aging container:
French Oak Barrels
Type of oak:
French
Length of aging before bottling:
15 Months
Age of Aging Container:
25% new and 75% second use
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Analytical Data
pH level:
3.46
Acidity:
5.7 g/L
Alcohol:
12.5 %
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Wine Production

Fermented with 20% whole clusters and indigenous year in Oak roll-fermentor of 600L and 50% stainless-steel tanks.  Punch-down extraction was done by hand with max temperature reaching 25 Celsius for 7-14 days.  Malolactic fermentation took place in barrel.

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About the Vineyard

Villa Bastias is located in Tupungato within the Uco Valley.  The vineyard is old and planted with Dijon Clones in 1993.  The Grand Père parcel is more shaded than the sunnier Grand Mere section, with delicate red fruits and high acidity. Wine-making is traditional and gentle for these delicate wines.  Yields are extremely low in both sites due to the age of the vineyard.