Acusp 2018

All vineyards sit and average of 1000 meters above sea level, with perfect southerly exposures allowing optimum ripeness in the face of shorter growing seasons. The climate is continental, with a notable diurnal shift in temperature between night and day. The property consists of 95 HA, 25 of which are under vine. Soils are generally a mix of calcareous and clay-loam.

Grapes are hand harvested using small, 10kg boxes. The grapes come exclusively from the winery’s single estate vineyard. Fermentation took place is three containers: 12th century stone vats, new French barriques and in small stainless steel tanks. This is proceeded by a 12 month elevage in French oak

A long, slow and steady vintage with generally moderate temperatures throughout. Wines were typically harvested later, allowing a good balance of acidity and sweetness

Macerating cherries and strawberries envelop the nose, leading to a fine layer of loamy earth. Notes of pomegranate and cranberry provide for an inviting palate, while a long and rewarding finish demonstrate the strength and age worthiness of the wine.