Tikal
Patriota 2018
Mendoza
As #45 on Wine Spectator’s ‘Top 100 List’ in 2015, this ‘Patriotic’ old-vine Bonarda and Malbec is blended to perfection.
VINEYARD
AVERAGE AGE OF VINES: 56 YEARS
AVERAGE ELEVATION: 3280 FEET
VINIFICATION
The Malbec grapes are from the Vista Flores vineyard (Tunuyan) and the Bonarda comes from Rivadavia. They’re hand-harvested and aged 12 months in 70% French & 30% American oak (30% new, 70% 2nd & 3rd use). All Tikal wines are certified sustainable through Bodegas de Argentina
TASTING NOTES
Deep reddish purple with aromas of bright berry/cherry fruit. Big body yet very balanced with luscious layers of raspberry, cherry, and cocoa flavors. Just a hint of baking spice at the end brings it all together
FOOD PAIRING
A great companion to grilled or smoked meats. Pairs well with beef and pork, and even pizza with meat toppings.
Color
Red
Grape Varieties
Bonarda, Malbec
Appellation
Mendoza
Farming
Certified Sustainable
Alcohol
13.8%
Suggested Retail Price
$23