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ORIGIN | BENEGAS | CABERNET SAUVIGNON

Juicy and attractive wines; elegant and complex with a lingering finish. In this line we present three varietals (Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc) and Don Tiburcio, a blend composed of five grapes (50% Malbec, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc, 5% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot). Aged for 8 months in French oak barrels.

CHARACTERISTICS

Varietal composition: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Grapes Origin: Grapes from Finca Libertad, Mendoza Upper River Bank (850 meters above sea level; 2800 ft). Mixture of young vines planted en 1996 and the ancient vines planted in 1935 by the Benegas Family.

Harvest time: Last week of April.

Winemaking process: Prefermentative cold maceration. Fermentation in tank at 25°C (77°F). Post fermentative maceration for two weeks. Racking and natural malolactic fermentation.

Ageing: 8 to 10 months in French oak barrels.

Tasting notes:

-Colour: Intense deep dark red colour, with tile reflexes. Bright, with great body and structure.

-Nose: Intense aromas of dark fruits such as blackberries, with reminiscence of olives, black pepper; and a subtle herbaceous notes.

-Mouth: Powerful entrance in the mouth with pronunced tannins in the middle palate it shows balance between acidity, tannins and alcohol. Elegant and long velvety finish.

Ageing capacity: 8 years.

Drinking Temperature: Between 15°C – 17°C (59°F – 63°F).

INFORMATION

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Premios:

2016 James Suckling (USA): 91 points

2015 James Suckling (USA): 91 points

2014 Andreas Larsson (Sweden): 91 points

2009 Descorchados (Argentina): 94 points