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D.J. MASTRANTONIO
| RED BLEND 2018
Region
Los Chacayes (elevation 1,300m), Valle de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina.
Varietal Composition
80% Malbec, with Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon (handpicked from an organic vineyard).
Vinification
Crafted with care in cement tanks and lovingly aged in new French oak barrels (40%) and used (second and third use).
Aging
12 months of aging in French oak barrels.
Awards/Scores (Previous vintages)
DJ Red Blend 2015 92 points - Fabricio Portelli – Portelli APP
DJ Red Blend 2015 90 points Tim Atkin MW (Uk)
DJ Red Blend 2016 91 points - Fabricio Portelli – Portelli APP
DJ Red Blend 2017 92 points Tim Atkin Reporte Argentina 2020
DJ Red Blend 2018 3 points - Fabricio Portelli – Portelli APP
Tasting Notes
Appearance: Deep and brilliant violet-red in appearance.
Aromas: Intense and clean, with an austere, balanced, and elegant character.
Palate: Voluptuous with very good tension in the mouth, it is highly expressive, with a straightforward and fresh palate, firm yet fine textures, and excellent aging potential.
Pairing: Ribeye steak with rustic rosemary potatoes.
| CABERNET FRANC 2018
Region
Los Chacayes (elevation 1,300m), Valle de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina.
Varietal Composition
100% Cabernet Franc (handpicked from an organic vineyard).
Vinification
Crafted with care in concrete tanks and nurtured with passion in new (40%) and used (second and third use) French oak barrels.
Aging
Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels.
Awards/Scores (Previous vintages)
DJ Cabernet Franc 2018: 92 points - Fabricio Portelli – Portelli APP
Tasting Notes
Appearance: Intense and brilliant, violet-red in color.
Aromas: Intense and clean, with a fruity character and herbal hints.
Palate: Agile on the palate, with good grip and volume, gracefully filling the mouth with a touch of liveliness. It's expressive and fresh, with fine tannins that extend the finish.
Pairing: Lamb tajine.
| MALBEC 2018
Region
Los Chacayes and Gualtallary, Valle de Uco (elevation 1,300m), Mendoza, Argentina.
Varietal Composition
100% Malbec (handpicked from an organic vineyard).
Vinification
Crafted with care in concrete tanks and nurtured with passion in new (40%) and used (second and third use) French oak barrels.
Aging
12 months of aging in French oak barrels.
Awards/Scores (Previous vintages)
DJ Malbec 2015 90,5 points - Fabricio Portelli – Portelli APP
DJ Malbec 2016 91 points - Fabricio Portelli – Portelli APP
DJ Malbec 2017 92 points Tim Atkin Reporte Argentina 2020
DJ Malbec 2018 92 points - Fabricio Portelli – Portelli APP
Tasting Notes
Appearance: Intense and brilliant, deep violet-red in color.
Aromas: Expressive and reflective of the varietal and the terroir, with hints of berry fruits and subtle herbal notes.
Palate: It encompasses everything you'd expect from a Uco Malbec. It has a fresh and vibrant palate, with smoothness and good grip. You'll find berry fruits with subtle herbal undertones. A complete and vibrant red wine, easy to enjoy by the glass or at the table.
Pairing: Skirt steak with spiced mixed mashed potatoes.
