Onofri Alma Gemela Garnacha Carbonic Maceration

Blend: 100% Garnacha/Grenache

Location: Desierto de Lavalle, Lavalle, Mendoza

Altitude: 560m M.A.S.L.

Alcohol: 12.7% ABV

Tasting Note: The nose is vibrant, showing red cherry, raspberry, sage, thyme and black pepper that leads into a light mid-palate with red berries and a sprinkle of lemon balm. A light wine with a bright finish of lingering red fruit.

Vinification: Arid desert like growing environment in Lavalle with wide diurnal temperature range. 30-year-old pergola trained vines, planted on French rootstock with traditional flood irrigation. Re-grafted with Garnacha in 2018. Organically managed (uncertified). Manual harvest. This wine is made using the carbonic maceration technique: the initial fermentation is not caused by yeast, but instead occurs intracellularly, or from the inside out. This method involves filling a sealed vessel with carbon dioxide and then adding whole, intact bunches of grapes. This technique favours light- to medium-bodied red wines with a bright primary fruit expression and soft tannins. Alcoholic fermentation occurs at low temperature with native yeasts. No malolactic fermentation. No oak aging.

Vegetarian: Yes

Vegan: Yes

Food Match: Charcuterie, spiced barbecued meats & vegetable grills, Italian chopped salad