FELINO MALBEC, LUJÁN DE CUYO & UCO VALLEY, MENDOZA, ARGENTINA

Description VITICULTURE Vineyards are in the Valle de Uco and Luján de Cuyo at an altitude between 2,306- and 3,927-feet. Semi-desert climate. Hand-harvest. WINEMAKING Fermented with selected and native yeasts in 8 and 17 ton closed-top stainless-steel tanks. Aged in American oak barrels (10% new) for 8 months. Bottled in February. Unfined. OAK TREATMENT Time: 8 months ; Type: American ; % oaked: 100; % new oak: 10; TASTING NOTE Bright and deep purple colour. Aromas of black fruit reminiscent of fresh plum mixed with graphite notes. On the palate the wine is balanced and energetic, with sweet and round tannins and a long finish. FOOD MATCHING A beautiful accompaniment to any meal, but particularly well with hearty casseroles and red meat. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION Blend: Malbec 100% ABV: 14% Closure: Natural cork Colour: Red Style: Still wine Suitable for Vegetarians: Yes Suitable for Vegans:Yes Organic: No Biodynamic: No