The 2020 Petit Clos Tannat is a refined, elegant expression of Tannat, offering aromas of blackberries, dark olives, cassis, and hints of orange peel. With a deep ruby color, it combines fresh black fruit with a subtle oak influence. Aged 12 months in French oak, it boasts silky tannins, precision, and a long, mineral finish. At 13.5% alcohol, this full-bodied wine is perfect for aging or immediate enjoyment.

James Suckling | JS 94
Published: Aug 9, 2022

Complex nose of blackberries, dark olives, cassis, black tea and minerals. Some orange-peel character, too. This is a refined, elegant expression of tannat, showing a medium to full body with tight, silky tannins. A lot of precision here. Drink or hold.

Bodegagarzon.com

This wine evokes the purity of our terroir. With a deep and vivid ruby color, it contains fresh and intense aromas, mainly fruity, of black plums and blackberries with an oak background that gently blends without predominating. On the palate its elegance and vitality provide freshness and tannins that are noticed but also gentle and polished. This wine offers a long finish, sweet and mineral, innovative with a strong presence of its terroir.

Technical Specs

Alcohol: 14.5%
Closure: Natural Cork
Vintage: 2020
Varietals: Tannat 100%
Vineyard: Block #212, Garzón
Fermentation: 80HL cement tanks
Oak: 12 months in 50HL untoasted French oak casks
Region: Garzón, Maldonado, Uruguay

Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
Decanting: Recommended; 30–45 minutes
Food Pairing: Grilled beef, roast lamb, slow-cooked meats, hearty stews and mature cheeses.