Nicolas Granata
Malbec.
Varietal composition
100% Malbec
The vineyard
Estate: Las Compuertas, Vistalba, upper Mendoza River area, Mendoza, Argentina (1050 m above sea level).
Altitude: 1050 m above sea level
Soil type: Sandy clay loam of alluvial origin
Climate: Temperate, bright and dry, with little rainfall. Notable for its wide difference between day and night temperatures.
Irrigation type: Traditional furrow irrigation, using snowmelt water.
Harvest: Picked into 20 kg harvest bins, keeping the grapes intact throughout.
Winemaking
Process: Classic winemaking with selected yeasts, followed by cold maceration and a long 20-day fermentation. Malolactic fermentation takes place in French oak barrels, adding complexity and structure to the wine.
Ageing
Ageing: 24 months in French oak barrels.
Tasting notes
Colour: In the glass it shows a beautiful plum-red colour, clear and remarkably intense, with no sign of ageing.
Aromas and flavours: On the palate there are jammy notes of cherry, raspberry and redcurrant, with tertiary hints of chocolate and sweet cocoa. The sweet tannic balance, the result of malolactic fermentation, gives exceptional smoothness and richness. On the nose, lingering aromas of white chocolate and sweet dark chocolate stand out.
Profile: This wine has exceptional qualities that set it apart for its complexity and elegance.