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Item Number: 5896
UPC: 0835603001969
Country: Argentina
Region: Salta
Sub Region: Cafayate
Appellation/AVA: Yacochuya
Estate Grown Wine: Yes
Vineyard Designation: Finca Yacochuya
Vintage: 2009
Grape(s): 85% Malbec / 15% Cabernet Sauvignon
Type: Wine - Red
Bottle Size: 750ml Pack: 12
Closure: Cork
Alc by Vol(%): 16
Elevation: 6,700 feet
Case Production: 250
Rootstock: Ungrafted
Aging: 12 months in 60% new and 40% 2nd use French oak
The Story: Michel Rolland was first brought to Argentina and Cafayate by Arnaldo Etchart in 1988. Seduced by the remarkable potential of an old Malbec vineyard 6,700 feet above sea level, Michel and Arnaldo created a partnership to make the wines of San Pedro de Yacochuya. From the 60-year-old vines of Finca Yacochuya in
Valles Calchaquíes, the grapes are handpicked and the wines are aged in French
oak barrels. These wines are the ultimate combination of the Finca Yacochuya vineyard, the Etchart family’s grape growing knowledge in this unique high-altitude
region of Cafayate, along with the passion and expertise from one of the world’s
pre-eminent winemakers, Michel Rolland.
Tasting Notes: This ruby-red wine expresses a nose of plum, coffee and chocolate. It is a lush, sexy wine that fills your mouth with fruit and fine tannins. It has the length to live in your cellar but it is ready to go with a quick decant. This wine is destined for a table with big steaks, venison, and rich sauces.
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San Pedro de Yacochuya 2009 Malbec, Yacochuya
Rating: 91
This heavy, baked Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon blend carries all the fingerprints of winemaker Michel Rolland, a partner from the start in this high-end Salta project. Aromas of raisin and leather are rustic and rich. Flavors of mocha, molasses, cassis and chocolate finish with a syrupy feel. Drink sooner rather than later.
- The Wine Enthusiast (12/1/2013)
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San Pedro de Yacochuya 2009 Malbec, Yacochuya
Rating: 90
The deep purple-colored 2009 Malbec is the estate’s entry-level wine and
includes 15% Cabernet Sauvignon in its blend. It was aged for 12 months
in 60% new French oak and bottled without fining or filtration. Asian
spices, incense, licorice, lavender, and black cherry are just some of
the elements composing the wine’s aromatic array. In the glass it is
dense, rich, full-bodied, and powerful yet surprisingly light on its
feet. It conceals enough structure to evolve for 2-3 years but can be
approached now. It is an ideal match for one of Argentina’s unequaled
free-range rib-eye steaks grilled over a wood fire.
San Pedro de
Yacochuya is a partnership of the Etchart family and Michel Rolland. The
average age of the vines is 60 years, and they are planted at 6700 feet
of elevation (in the middle of nowhere, having visited here several
years ago).
- The Wine Advocate (12/1/2011)
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