Casarena S.V
Naoki Malbec 2017
Mendoza
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