This 100% hand harvested Malbec is from a single vineyard in the Altamira sub-region of the Uco Valley. The nose is bright with notes of red currant, tobacco, and violets. The palate is light with soft fruit notes of red cherries that leads to a long finish with hints of chocolate.
Vintage:
2014
Varietal:
100% Malbec
Case Production 12 pack:
300
Alcohol Content:
14.80%
Region / Location:
Altamira
Vineyard:
Finca Beth
,
2.5 acres
, planted in
Planted in 2005
Altitude:
3,600 feet
Farming Practices:
Organic
Soil Type:
Coluvial, chalk, sand
Trellis System:
Espaldero
Yield:
2.5 tons / acre
Stem Inclusion:
100% Whole Cluster
Yeast:
Native
Winemaker:
Michelini Brothers
Élevage:
3000 liter Amphora for 30 days
Lees Contact:
Filtration Method:
Maceration / Fermentation:
Amphora 3000L 15 days fermentation and then 15 day Maceration
