Catena Appellation Agrelo Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
WINE DESCRIPTION
Family vintners for over 100 years, the Catenas are recognized for their pioneering role in high-altitude viticulture in Argentina. This wine is sourced from the family's historic vineyards in the Agrelo Appellation, a region well-regarded for Cabernet Sauvignon in Mendoza. The appellation´s deep clay soils and moderate climate produce wines that are revered for their robust tannins and smooth, lengthy finish.
VINIFICATION
This wine goes through cold maceration for 3-7 days at 50ºF (10ºC). The juice is then fermented for 12-19 days with a post-fermentation maceration of 2-10 days. 6-8 months in 100% French oak barrel (25-40% new).
VINEYARDS
Agrelo Vineyard (950m/3116ft). Alluvial origin. Clay topsoil with rounded rocks on the bottom (30% Sand - 30% Clay - 40% Silt)
