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Producer: Michel TorinoGrape Varieties: 100% TannatOptimum Drinking: Within 4 yearsWine Style: Full bodied redAlcohol by Volume: 13.5%Country: Argentina
The bodega is situated in the foothills of the Andes in the Cafayate region around Salta in Northwest Argentina in one of the most scenic regions of this country. The vineyards are planted at 1,700 metres making them the highest commercial sites in the world. Cool climate plays a key part with great variations between night and day time temperatures, slowing down the ripening cycle and ensuring the development of good varietal character. The hallmark of Salta red wines is the great intensity of colour while the white wines, Torrontes in particular, are fresh and appealling.
Michel Torino is well recognised on the international market and is renowned for its excellent wine quality, elegant label design and premium presentation.
Grapes: 100% estate grown Tannat grapes grown at an altitude of 1,700m above sea level on Michel Torino’s Estate in the Valley of Cafayate
Winemaking: The winemaking goal is to produce elegant and complex wines in this range. The first work is in the vineyards to obtain concentration and balance using vines older than 20 years. The harvest is manual. In the winery must is produced using just first press juice. 70% of the wines are aged in small barrels of both American and French oak for 12 months. 100% of the wine goes through Malolatic fermentation spontaneously.
Colour: Violet lively colour, profound with dark petroleum edges.
Taste: A great representation of Cafayate’s terroir. Firm tannins full of character. The “amaro” Italian chocolate dominates the mouth, leaving a long and pleasant finish.
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