Domaine Bousquet
Ameri
2017
About this winery
The estate covers 240 hectares in Tupungato, in the Uco Valley (Mendoza). The region has idyllic wine-growing conditions. The vineyard is located at the foot of the Andes, at an altitude of 1,200 meters, this which places it among the highest vineyards in the world. Thanks to its location, the vineyard of the Domaine Bousquet benefits from a cool and dry climate, important factors for . With an average rainfall of 20 cm per year, the water distribution in the vineyards can be very good....
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Production notes
Manual harvest by end of April. Careful hand selection of the cluster and grapes. Cold maceration at 10°C for 96hs. Fermentation with selected yeast at a maximum temperature between 25°C and 28°C for 14 days and 20 days of maceration. 100% Malolactic. Aged in French oak for 12 months
Tasting notes
Deep violet color. Pronounced red and black fruit aromas. Fig, raisin and black pepper notes. Full bodied palate with velvety tannins and long finish.