A rare and powerful expression from 100-year-old, ungrafted vines in Apalta, this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon dazzles with precision and depth. Aromas of blackberries, cedar, and graphite lead into a full, structured palate with vibrant fruit and spice. Ultra-fine tannins and a long, polished finish showcase the wine’s elegance and aging potential. Just 146 cases produced—an intense, collector-worthy gem.

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Published: Jun 17, 2022

A solid and polished young red with blackberries, blueberries and sweet redcurrants that follow through to a medium body with ultra-fine tannins and a long, caressing finish. The tannins melt into the wine. 100% cabernet sauvignon from 100-year-old ungrafted vines. Drink or hold. 

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VINTAGE: 2017
TYPE OF WINE: Cabernet Sauvignon
D.O.: Apalta
VARIETIES: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
HARVEST: March 14th
PRODUCTION: 146 cases of 9L equivalent

TASTING NOTES
COLOR: Inky red color, with deep purple edges.
NOSE: Powerfull and concentrated, with intense and bright black fruit and cedar notes. Some graphite hints.
PALATE: Bright and broad structure open up the palate, with intense flavors that bring more fruit and spices. The finish is very long and complex.

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol Content: 15.0% vol.
pH: 3.62
Total Acidity: 3.96 gr/L (SO4)
Residual Sugar: 2.25 gr/L

AVAILABLE FORMATS: 75cL.
WINEMAKING
Maceration Time: 5-6 weeks with manual punch down.
Fermentation Type: 100% in 75hL French oak vats. Malolactic in new
French oak barrels.
Fermentation Temperature: 28oC to 30oC.
Ageing: 12 months 93% in new French oak barrels, 7% used.
Fining and Filtering: Not fined, cold stabilized or filtered.
Bottling Date: February 18th, 2020.