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About the Wine

 

The use of two separate vineyards in Argentina is a traditional practice to safeguard against the threat of hail.  For the Basso family, it also allows them to experiment and to make interesting, yet tasteful blends by combining the attributes of two distinct microclimates. Hence the name, “Dos Fincas.”  The dark, powerful fruit from their vineyard in San Carlos, matched with the softer, more nuanced fruit from their vineyard in Tunuyan makes for a memorable wine. 

 

Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon 60% / Malbec 40%

Wine Type: Red Wine 

Origin: Argentina

Appellation: San Carlos (Altamira) and Tunuyan, Mendoza

 

 

Tasting Notes

 

An excellent wine and very affordable.  Combines a classic Cabernet Sauvignon with Carlos Basso’s' signature Malbec wine.  For those who want a little less, but still that great Malbec flavor in their wine. Shows jammy berry aromas backed by plump black berry and strawberry flavors.  Solid and flush throughout with surprising softness.

 

Technical Data

 

Production: 4,000 cases

Alcohol: 13.5%

Total Acid: 4.71 g/l

Residual Sugar: 3.4 g/l

pH: 3.79 

 

Prizes and Points

 

2008 - 89 Points,  “Best Buy” Wine Enthusiast Magazine.