It has an intense ruby red colour with purple hues. Its aroma is mainly reminiscent of red fruits such as plum, cherry and raisins. Notes of herbs, spices and something balsamic are also appreciated. Subtle notes of vanilla stand out, typical of its careful contact with oak. It has a smooth feel in the mouth, with very polished and round tannins. Moderately structured and wide on the palate, with a long and unctuous finish.
This privileged area has a particular microclimate of dry summers, with warm, sunny days and cool nights. The marked thermal amplitude favours the development of the grapes, providing a great concentration of aromas and optimal health.From the Los Carolinos estate (1927), located in Agrelo (Alto Valle del Río Mendoza), district of Lujan de Cuyo, province of Mendoza. Shallow, silty loam alluvial soil. Traditional low trellis vineyards. High cultivation density; Low-yield vines that, associated with varietal purity, allow for high-quality grapes. Hand harvested grapes.
Classic maceration method in stainless steel tanks with strict temperature control, not exceeding 25 °C. Once the fermentation is finished, the wine is racked, clarified, filtered and stabilized using low temperatures. The wine is then aged during 6 months in large Nancy French oak barrels of 2,500-5,000 litres, where it evolves acquiring a remarkable complexity of aromas and flavours.
Côtes de Provence · France · 37.5 cl · 12%
Burgundy · France · 13.5%
