Numina Gran Corte

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Salentein, Bodegas
Numina Gran Corte
Description
Deep, dark red in color with intense violet glints. Complex nose, notable dark berries, and raspberries, with notes of blackcurrant and spices. Quite evident acidity in the mouth, elegant, full-bodied, good tannic structure. Long, persistent finish.
CountryArgentina
RegionMendoza
Grape Varieties66% Malbec, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot
AppellationValle de Uco
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Production areaTunuyan, Uco Valley, Mendoza.
BackgroundIn the remote upper reaches of Argentina's Uco Valley on the eastern slopes of the Andes, Bodegas Salentein produces a remarkable collection of wines from vineyards planted at some of the highest elevations on the planet. From this lofty outpost, 65 miles south of the bustling city of Mendoza, Argentina's winemaking capital, Bodegas Salentein has started to forge an international reputation for its fine wines. Established in the late 1990s, Salentein is a privately-owned estate of almost 5,000 acres, of which 1,124 acres are planted to vine.
VinificationGrapes were hand-picked and transported in 400-kg bins. Bunches were selected then destemmed. Part of the must and skins were placed in variously sized stainless steel tanks and part placed in 7,000-litre oak foudres. Cold maceration was undertaken at 46º-50°F for 4-5 days. Part of alcoholic fermentation was performed using selected active dry yeasts and part with wild yeasts. All the must was fermented at a controlled temperature of 82-85°F for 10-12 days, with all the varietals undergoing remontage, and also delestage for the Malbec. The wine underwent an additional 4-10 days of maceration, depending on the varietal and tasting. Afterward, the wine was racked and transferred to oak barrels for spontaneous malolactic fermentation. The Petit Verdot was co-fermented with part of the Malbec, the balance fermented separately. After six months of aging, the wines were blended in tanks and then transferred to French oak barrels for about 16 months of aging.
ColorDeep, dark red in color with intense violet glints.
NoseComplex nose, notable dark berries, and raspberries, with notes of blackcurrant and spices.
PalateQuite evident acidity in the mouth, elegant, full-bodied, good tannic structure. Long, persistent finish.
AnalysisAlcohol: 15 %pH: 3.75RS: 2 g/LTA: 5.5g/L
Serving SuggestionsAn ideal match for hard cheeses, hearty stews, pasta dishes, casseroles, and grilled red meats.
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