Quara Reserve Malbec

Blend: 100% Malbec

Location: Cafayate Valley, Salta

Altitude: 1,800 M.A.S.L.

Alcohol: 13.4% ABV

Tasting Note: A nose of damson, liquorice and sweet spices leads to a complex palate with firm yet structured tannins adding weight and texture to this well-rounded wine; black pepper, plums and toasty oak flavours can all be found here.

Vinification: After hand-picking the fruit undergoes a cold maceration for 3 to 4 days.

Fermentation with selected yeasts at controlled temperatures between 24°C and 26°C with twice daily remontages and one delestage. Total maceration is for 3 weeks and includes 100% malolactic fermentation. Then this malbec is rested in oak barrels (50% French, 50% American) for 8 months at a controlled temperature between 15°C and 18°C.

Vegetarian: Yes

Vegan: Yes

Food Match: Serve with a slow cooked lamb shoulder