Kaiken Terroir Malbec

For Kaiken Terroir Series, all grapes are carefully hand-harvested into small 15-kg crates, meticulously sorted by hand, then cold-macerated for seven days (10°C) before the ten- to twelve-day alcoholic fermentation begins at controlled temperatures of 25 to 28°C. After fermentation, the wines remain on the skins for another seven to fifteen days to extract maximum color and soft tannins. They are then gently racked and aged for seven months in French oak barrels (approximately 80%) before being gently filtered and bottled. Its color is a deep reddish-purple with purple highlights. Aroma: The bouquet initially reveals the classic floral notes of Malbec, soon joined by the fruity berry aromas (especially strawberry) of Bonarda. Taste: On the palate, the Kaiken Terroir Series Malbec impresses with the structure and freshness of the Bonarda and Petit Verdot grapes, beautifully complemented by the spicy fruit and richness of the Malbec. The wine is superbly balanced, round, and full-bodied with a long, aromatic finish. Wine Enthusiast Nov. 2012: "Top 100 Best Value" Wine Enthusiast Aug. 2012: 91 points