Altaluvia Cabernet Franc – Gualtallary – Red – 2019
63,63 $
This exceptional Cabernet Franc from high-altitude Gualtallary (Mendoza) is a powerful yet refined red. A cellar-worthy wine with silky tannins, marked by minerality, intense red fruit, and sweet spice notes. A true high-end Argentine CF.
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Altaluvia Cabernet Franc – Gualtallary – Red – 2019:
The Pinnacle of High-Altitude Cabernet Franc
The Cabernet Franc – Gualtallary Red Altaluvia is an Argentine masterpiece from the high-altitude vineyards of Bodega Doña Paula. Grown at 4,430 feet (1,350 meters) on unique limestone soils, this wine is a pure expression of Gualtallary’s mineral-driven terroir, often hailed as Mendoza’s Grand Cru.
Tasting Notes
- Color: A deep, intense, and luminous ruby core.
- Nose: Complex and elegant, featuring intense red fruit aromas (raspberry, blackberry), the classic hint of ripe bell pepper, beautifully layered with sweet spice, tobacco, and cocoa from 16 months of aging in French oak.
- Palate: The entry is powerful yet refined. Tannins are firm, long, and remarkably fine-grained, a testament to the calcareous soils. The signature Gualtallary minerality provides a vibrant freshness that perfectly balances the rich fruit concentration.
- Finish: Persistent and long, with spicy nuances and a subtle minty lift.
Pairing & Serving
This full-bodied, structured red is built for the table. Decant for 1-2 hours to soften the firm tannins, and serve at 61-64°F (16-18°C) for the ultimate luxury experience.
Mendoza 2019
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| Domain | Altaluvia Cabernet Franc |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Country | Argentina |
| Color | RED |
| Region | Mendoza |
| Format | 750 ml |
| Packing | 12 |
