| Size | 75cl |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2022 |
| ABV | 13.5% |
| Country | Argentina |
| Region | Mendoza |
| Main Grape | Malbec (100%) |
| Expression | Red, Richly Textured and Full-Bodied |
Tasting note
Located in the far southerly growing region of Altamira en La Consulta, the Nicasia vineyard is the only planting of the special Catena Selection of Malbec cuttings in this traditional area for Malbec. It has a complex, expressive palate, with a creamy violet flavour and notes of ripe blueberries, cassis, vanilla, and spice cake.
Viticulture
Nicasia Vineyard: 3,593 ft (1,095 m). Altamira in La Consulta District, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina. Very shallow loamy topsoil with surface gravel and gravelly (large stones) dry river bed subsoil – optimal drainage. Malbec. Plant selection: Catena Cuttings malbec selection.
Vinification
This wine goes through an extensive cold maceration (whole cluster) of 3-12 days at less than 50oF (10oC) to extract aromas. The juice is then fermented for around 18-25 days with a total maceration of approximately 23-29 days. Ageing of 16-21 months in French Oak second used barrels.
| Closure | Natural Cork | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Suitable for | Vegans Vegetarians | ||
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| pH | 3.5 | ||
| Total Acidity | 6.2g/l Tartaric | ||
| Residual Sugar | 1.8g/l | ||
| Allergens | Sulphur | ||
| SKU Code | M5676122 |