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Bodegas Callia is situated in the Tulum Valley in Argentina’s province of San Juan. It is nestled between the Pie de Palo hills to the north and the Cerro Chico Del Zonsa to the south. Two finca estates encompass 700 acres of land: Finca Pie de Palo and Finca 9 De Julio. At 630 meters above sea level, the area is blessed by temperate climate, low rainfall and rich sandy alluvial and clay loam soil; the result is intense and fruity wines that reflect the rich terroir of this region.

Born from passion and legend, Bodegas Callia is named for a young woman who arrived in the land of San Juan many years ago. She wrote to her family describing San Juan as paradise endowed with abundant fruits despite the desert landscape. Her name was Callia and today, for the people of Argentina, Callia is synonymous with hope, endurance and success.

Bodegas Callia celebrates the spirit of this illustrious woman. The winery’s goal is to produce the best wines in San Juan and the best Shiraz in Argentina. Along with creating quality wines, they continue to respect and support the people, nature and community from which their wines are created.

Production Area
The grapes are cultivated from vineyards located in Caucete, at 650 meters (2,133 feet) above sea level, in alluvial, sandy-textured soil. The vines are drip irrigated with snowmelt runoff from the Andes, providing the optimum amount of water to each plant. Vines are trained on trellis.

Grape Varieties
100% Torrontes

Vinification
Pre-fermentative maceration is performed at 6°C for 8 hours, and total maceration time is 12 days. After the wine leaves the vats, natural malolactic fermentation takes place. Alcohol fermentation took place at 16°C for 12 days.

Color
Bright yellow with greenish tints

Bouquet
A delicate aroma with floral notes of roses and orange trees

Taste
Exotic and well-balanced in the mouth; very fresh, with balanced acidity

Alcohol
13.7%

Serving Suggestions
This should be served chilled to harmonize the flavor and acidity. The ideal temperature is 8°C - 10°C. Pairs well with pork dishes.