Casarena S.V

Naoki Malbec 2017

Mendoza

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This Single Vineyard wine comes from a newly discovered terroir – an untouched plateau rich with Indian cement that imparts a unique minerality to the usually fruity varietal.

 

VINEYARD

AVERAGE AGE OF VINES: 14 YEARS
AVERAGE ELEVATION: 3120 FEET

VINIFICATION

Hand-harvested from Naoki’s Vineyard in Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo. Cold maceration for 7-10 days; total maceration 45-50 days. Selected yeast and spontaneous malolactic fermentation. Aged in French oak for 12 months.

TASTING NOTES

On the nose, marked floral profile characteristics of this property, as well as the typical notes of the varietal: plums and fresh red fruit with floral notes and a subtle touch of spices from the local flora. A complex & balanced wine with a mineral texture and long finish.

FOOD PAIRING

Pair with slow-braised short ribs, bacon-wrapped dates, or spicy cheeses.

Color

Red

Grape Varieties

Malbec

Appellation

Mendoza

Alcohol

14%

Suggested Retail Price

$30

Trade Materials

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