Algodon Wine Estates Bonarda

”biography like the malbec bonarda also has its roots in france and was perfected by argentine winemakers in mendoza’s ideal growing conditions. In san rafael’s cuadro benegas district where algodon wine estates is located bonarda has particularly flourished due to ideal soil structure climate and altitude. Traditionally known as a blending varietal its popularity is growing as single varietal high-quality wine. Winemaking techniques fermentation:traditional in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature between 78 °f – 86 °f. Macerated for 20 days. Complete malolactic fermentation. Assemblage of cuvee: 2% microvinificated and 98% non-oak tasting notes wine of garnet color soft elegant but subdued berry fruit on the nose on the palate very fine balance of fruit and subtle oak. A pretty wine. ” – algodon wine estates