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Item Number: 6847

UPC: 0835603002003

Country: Argentina
Region: Salta Sub Region: Calchaqui Valley
Appellation/AVA: Molinos
Estate Grown Wine: Yes
Vineyard Designation: Finca Tacuil
Vintage: 2011
Grape(s): 80% Malbec / 20% Cabernet Sauvignon
Type: Wine - Red
Bottle Size: 750ml Pack: 6
Closure: Cork
Alc by Vol(%): 15.2
Total Acidity: 5.7
pH: 3.8
Elevation: 7,870 feet
Case Production: 112


Average Vine Age: 11 years
Rootstock: Ungrafted
Harvest Method: By hand
Oak: None
Fining: None
Filtration: None

The Story: The Dávalos Family has crafted Tacuil Wines since the early 1800’s, passing their secrets and knowledge to each new generation. Fourth-generation owner, Raúl Dávalos Sr., truly elevated the concept of terroir, exploring and cultivating high elevation vineyards and believing that these climates are optimal for the creation of ultra premium wines. The road to Tacuil winds skyward into the mountains to just over 8,600 feet where you will find the highest elevation estate vineyards in the world. Tacuil is a place of incredible natural beauty, blessed with a climate that is ideal for the cultivation of wine grapes. It is also one of the rare instances of a winery that has its own appellation (Valle Tacuil). They use no oak, only use wild yeast, and are literally “off the electric grid.” A singular estate.

Tasting Notes: An amazing show of elegance and power. The aromatics are expressive with black currant, spice and plums. The wine is explosive on the palate; showing the weight and texture that you expect from old vines, but with the expression of fruit from youthful vines. A wine that dispels the myth that old vines provide more pedigree.