Silvert & Saibene Wines, LLP

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 make a more interesting blend 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 this memorable yet very affordable wine.  A pleasent change from the Malbec wines when one is in the mood.

 

Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon 55% / Merlot 45%

Wine Type: Red Wine

Origin: Argentina

Appellation: San Carlos (Altamira) and Tunuyan, Mendoza

 

 

Tasting Notes

 

The Cabernet and Merlot work together seamlessly as the nose exudes raspberry and sweet leather.  Tastes warm and toasty, with ripe fruit softened by chocolate and pillowy tannins.  Argentine red at its affordable best.  A mellow, very drinkable wine.

 

Technical Data

 

Production: 3,000 cases

Alcohol: 13.5%

Total Acid: 5.17 g/l

VA: 0.52 g/l

Residual Sugar: 3.41 g/l

pH: 3.78

 

Prizes and Points

 

2011 - 88 Points, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

2006 – 89 Points, “Best Buy” - Wine Enthusiast Magazine.

2005 – 88 Points, “Best Buy” - Wine Enthusiast Magazine.

2004 – 91 Points, “Top 100 Best Buys of 2006” - Wine Enthusiast Magazine.