Technical Data
- Winery:
- Vista del Sur
- Vintage:
- 2007
- Appellation:
- Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina
- Varietal Blend:
- 83% Malbec, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot
- Total Acidity:
- 5.3 g/L
- Alcohol:
- 13.9%
- pH:
- 3.72
- Fermentation:
- The maceration and fermentation process is carefully regulated to maximize the specific character of the fruit from each vineyard. Pre-fermentation/cold maceration is at 7 C for 2-4 days. Fermentation is done for 7 days at temperatures of 26 C – 28 C and maceration is 20 days or less at 26 C.
- Aging:
- Six months in French (65%) and American (35%) barrels, 24% new
- Food Pairings:
- Notably paired with red meat, also perfect with lamb, chicken, grilled vegetables, pastas, and spicy, regional or international fare.