Winemaker Notes
From 80 year old vines from three parcels within the estate. Hand harvested, a majority of the grapes are destemmed but 30% are kept whole cluster.
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This wine hails from an 80-year-old vineyard in Calingasta, a town set at a height of 1,500m in the province of San Juan. Fermented and aged in concrete with native yeasts, 30% in whole bunches, the expressive nose offers wild strawberry, candy, rose petals and white pepper. Light and fresh, with gentle tannins and a pleasant finish, it will pair well with charcuterie, pâtés and cheeses.
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This very hot and arid region produces fine red wines from Bonarda, Syrah and Malbec and solid, fruity white wines from Pinot grigio, Viognier and Chardonnay.