Guarda
Guarda Malbec DOC 2018
Red
Varietal Composition
Malbec 100%Vineyard
Luján de Cuyo – Mendoza. Planted in 1906 (Drummond). Altitude 850 mamsl.Vineyard Structure/Yield
Low vine training. Surface irrigation: Cane and spur pruning. High density plantation. Average yield: 80 q/haFermentation process
Classic, in stainless steel tanks with selected yeasts, during 20 - 25 days and at a maximum temperature of 30o. The end of maceration is determined by the tasting. The Malolactic fermentation is spontaneous.Aging
100% of the wine spent 12 months in French oak barrels.Storage in bottle
Over 10 years.ALCOHOL 14.1% | TOTAL ACIDITY 4.8 g/l |
SUGAR RESIDUE 2 | NUMBER OF BOTTLES |
Tasting notes
COLOR: deep red with burgundy highlights.
AROMA: intense aromas dominated by ripe red fruits and jams, combined with soft aromatic contribution of oak, vanilla, chocolate and smoke.
FLAVOR: elegant in the mouth, good concentration and smoothness, with
silky tannins, typical of Argentine malbec.
silky tannins, typical of Argentine malbec.
Pairing Suggestion
Ideal with grilled red meats or pasta with red sauces.