Altus Cabernet Sauvignon

VINEYARD

Finca La Costa, Tupungato at 1,200 mts. above sea level., in Mendoza.
Age: 12 years old.
High trellis conduction system and drip irrigation.
Yield: 100 qq/ha.
Harvest: hand- picked at the beginning of April.

ELABORATION

Boxes with grape bunches are sent to a de-stalker and roller grinder.
Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks, adding selected yeasts and controlling temperatures remain between 24 and27 ºC.
Total maceration time with grape residue: 18 days.
Pneumatic pressing, stalk elimination transfers and bottling.

ANALYTICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Alcohol: 13,80%.
Sugar: 1,80 gr/lt.
Total acidity: 5,50 gr/lt
pH: 3,68.

DESCRIPTION

Intense ruby red color. Delicate aromas of red berries and spices.
Fruity and gentle in mouth. With soft tannins, ample, fully bodied. Generous end of mouth.

Serving temperature: 16° – 18°  C