VINEYARDS
257 acres total; 86 Malbec, 42 Cabernet Sauvignon, 30 Chardonnay, 25 Pinot Noir, 20 Bonarda, 15 Merlot, 15 Sauvignon Blanc, 8 each Syrah, Tocai and Chenin Blanc.

APPELLATION
San Rafael (Mendoza).

COMPOSITION
100% Malbec.

VITICULTURE
Fruit was sourced from 30 year-old vines at the La Perseverancia vineyard (about 2,300 ft above sea-level). Average yields of 3.7 tons/acre.  

VINIFICATION
Extended maceration period of 20 days.  50% matured 9 months in second-use American oak barrels, 50% matured 9 months in tank with French oak inner-staves.

ALCOHOL
13.5%

TASTING NOTES  
Concentrated, complex dark fruit aromas of cassis and plums on the nose. Well balanced, with soft tannins and a lingering finish.

SERVE WITH
Excellent with flavorful grilled meats including marinated skirt steak, kabobs and more…