2009 Sensual Malbec 2009
| Vineyard: | Valentin Bianchi |
| Price: | $14.99 |
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| Varietal: | Malbec |
| Style: | Red |
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Description<p>The grapes for this single-vineyard wine come from vineyards situated in Rama Caida, San Rafael, Mendoza, around 760 meters above sea level. One of the coolest areas in San Rafael, the soil in Rama Caida is of sandy calcareous composition and alluvial origins. Hand-picked and twice sorted by hand, the grapes are crushed, fermented at controlled temperatures in stainless steel tanks and inoculated with selected yeasts. Very gentle, periodic pumping over is conducted, with seven days total maceration and natural stabilization. There is minimal French oak aging in an effort to keep fruit fresh, lively and prominent, with a further one month's aging in the bottle.</p><p><strong>Tasting Notes</strong></p><p>The classic Malbec aromas of ripe plum and violets are evident in the nose, with hints of vanilla. The beauty of the Malbec in Argentina is its ability to combine a rich, weighty mouth feel with a soft silkiness normally associated with lighter wines. Sensual Malbec takes the promise of the nose through to the palate, with pleasing fruit that mimics the aroma. The soft, supple palate leads to a lingering finish.</p><p><strong>Food Pairing Notes</strong>: Barbecue, beef, lamb, pizza, sausage and steak.<br /> </p>
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