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Product Name: Luca Beso de Dante 2003

Varietal Composition: 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Malbec

Vineyard Locations (Department-District) : Lujan de Cuyo - Agrelo, San Carlos-La Consulta

Avg. Vineyard Elev.: 3,470 feet

Avg. Age of Vines: 18 years

Rootstock: Ungrafted

Harvest Method: Hand-harvested

Press Handling: No press wine

Oak Regimen: 12 months in 30% new French and 70% 2nd use French barriques

Fining: None

Filtration: None

Alcohol: 14.0%

pH: 3.47

T.A. 5.92

Total Case Production: 280 cases (6-packs)

 

Tasting Notes/Food Pairing Suggestions
Aromas of toasty oak, cassis and smoke. Cascades of red and blackcurrant fruit on the palate. Medium-bodied, but with a succulent, mouthwatering effect. The Cabernet fruit keeps coming and coming. Well-structured and balanced with moderate tannins and a lengthy finish. A wine that combines real class with excitement. Pairs well with any Bordeaux or California Cabernet-friendly dishes such as steak, pork, lamb, and strong cheeses. Can handle any dish with cream or butter sauces.

About the Name/Label
Luca is named after Laura Catena’s son, and Luca’s new little brother’s name is Dante. Beso de Dante means "Dante’s Kiss", and conveys the magic that happens with the addition of Malbec to Cabernet Sauvignon—like the magic of a child’s kiss.

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