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Alandes Paradoux Blanc de Blanc<\/a><\/h4>
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Blend<\/strong>: 66% Semillon & 34% Sauvignon Blanc\r\n\r\nLocation<\/strong>: La Consulta & Chacayes, Uco Valley\r\n\r\nAltitude<\/strong>: 1,100m M.A.S.L.\r\n\r\nAlcohol<\/strong>: 13.5% ABV\r\n\r\nTasting Note<\/strong>: With a nod to the finest white wines of Pessac-L\u00e9ognan this is a texturally moreish, mineral, complex and well-balanced white with lovely weight and a touch of oak spice leading to a crisp, herbal finish.\r\n\r\nVinification<\/strong>: Sustainable farming. Fermented and aged \u201csur lie\u201d in selection of barrels only of French oak.\r\n\r\nVegetarian<\/strong>: Yes\r\n\r\nVegan<\/strong>: Yes\r\n\r\nFood Match<\/strong>: Cheese-based dishes, green vegetables, fish in butter sauces, fresh herbs, langoustines, dishes with tangy dairy ingredients.<\/div><\/div>Read more<\/a><\/div><\/div>
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Abras Malbec<\/a><\/h4>
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Blend<\/strong>:\u00a0100% Malbec\r\n\r\nLocation<\/strong>:\u00a0Cafayate Valley, Salta\r\n\r\nAltitude<\/strong>:\u00a01,730m M.A.S.L.\r\n\r\nAlcohol<\/strong>:\u00a014.5% ABV\r\n\r\nTasting Note<\/strong>:\u00a0Fresh plums, violets, blueberry, crushed-stone and mineral aromas on the nose lead to a fresh and brightly fruited, full-bodied palate with firm, silky tannins.\r\n\r\nVinification<\/strong>: Picking must be carefully managed in the extreme conditions of Cafayete in order to retain the proper balance and freshness for a high-altitude Malbec. Fermentation temperatures and skin contact maceration are also reduced in this regard. 50% of the wine ages in French oak barrels for 12 months, the rest remains in concrete vats.\r\n\r\nVegetarian<\/strong>:\u00a0Yes\r\n\r\nVegan<\/strong>:\u00a0Yes\r\n\r\nFood Match<\/strong>:\u00a0Barbecued meats, grilled lamb or aubergine steaks coated in Persian spices.<\/div><\/div>Read more<\/a><\/div><\/div>
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Altocedro A\u00f1o Cero Malbec<\/a><\/h4>
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