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Mariflor Cabernet Franc

2020 Vintage:

Jeb Dunnuck – 94 Points

All varietal from vines planted in 2007, the 2020 Mariflor Cabernet Franc was vinified in a mix of concrete tanks and new oak, with the élevage spanning 18 months in French oak. More red fruits, dried herbs, lead pencil, iron, and smoked tobacco emerge from the glass of this beautifully layered, textured Mendoza Cabernet Franc. Medium to full-bodied, with nicely integrated oak, ripe tannins, and a great finish, this impeccably made, impressive red will drink well for a decade. MATURITY 2023 – 2033

James Suckling – 93 Points

Vinous – 91 Points

Categories: , , , , Product ID: 33304

Description

Mariflor Cabernet Franc 

Mendoza – Argentina
100% Cabernet Franc

 

CABERNET FRANC is one of the oldest red grape varieties in Bordeaux. Our Libournais, is his favorite terroir, allowing him in particular to come to maturity by developing his most beautiful aromatic palette.

 

 

APPELLATION:

    • Valle de Uco, Mendoza

SOILS:   

    • Sandy-clayey, alluvium, with pebbles in depth

VINEYARD:

    • 7 ha located at 1100m above the sea

AVG VINE AGE:

    • Planted in 2000

HARVEST:

    • Manual picking and double sorting

VINIFICATION:

    • Gravity feed, pigeage and fermentation in small concrete tanks

AGEING:

    • 15 months in french oak barrels

PRODUCTION:

    • 5,000 bottles

Tasting Notes:

One of the last born of the Mariflor range. Beautiful, fairly deep colour with purple highlights. Characterised by aromatic finesse, fresh red fruit aromas and floral nuances. The same can be said for the palate: the perfect combination of finesse and elegance, balance, harmony and mouthfilling texture, with a wonderful freshness. Cabernet Franc has a great future in Argentina. While already delicious now, it is worth ageing another five to ten years, if not longer. – Michel Rolland

 

 

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