Flechas De Los Andes - Gran Cabernet Franc

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Flechas De Los Andes - Gran Cabernet Franc - 2021

Producer

Flechas de los Andes

Blend

100% Cabernet Franc

Country

Argentina

Region

Mendoza

UPC

0 15643 74864 6

Verified Stock

12 / 750mL

99252-21

Product Ratings

James Suckling 92pt

An attractive nose with spices, wild herbs and a hint of smoke to the savory cherries. Medium- to full-bodied with firm tannins and a juicy center-palate. Sappy and pristine.

by James Suckling, 2023

Vinous Media 93pt

The 2021 Cabernet Franc Gran from the Uco Valley was aged in foudres for 12 months. Garnet red in hue. The outgoing, intricate nose offers blackcurrant, mint, hints of ash and herbs followed by aromas of black tea, rose petal, tomato leaf and a little spice. Broad and potent but medium-bodied, the accomplished acidity lends vigor and depth to the flavors. The 2021 is a ripe but expressive wine.

by Vinous Media, 2022

Terroir

Soil from alluvial origin, composed by clay, sand and with a high percentage of stones in the subsoil.

Harvest

Handpicking end of March.
Guyot system with drip irrigation.

Vinification

Manual selection before and after destemming, then the grapes fill stainless steel tanks by the action of gravity. Traditional vinification with daily pumping over in stainless tanks. Maceration during 25 days (Fermentation: 15/20 days at 24-28Â°C). Spontaneous malolactic fermentation.

Ageing

100% in new French foudres. Aging duration: 14 months.

Technical Data

18 years.
Sustainable precision viticulture.

Tasting Notes

Reddish tones of medium to high intensity. On the nose this wine expresses all the elegance of the varietal; bell pepper and roses, molded by the minerality of the terroir and some slight oak descriptors. The mouthfeel has medium intensity and a silky texture. Elegant and delicate finish that makes it possible to enjoy the varietal typicity without overpowering oak. Serve at 16Â°C. Decant for 1 hour. Can be aged for up to 8 years.

Food Pairing

This wine is perfect with grilled meats, meat dishes with sauce and assorted cheeses. The Sommelierâ€™s advice : The complex spicy notes of this 100% Argentinean Gran Cabernet Franc will enhance a chocolate and coffee dessert. The sweetness of the Brie de Meaux Fermier AOP will also go well with this Gran Cabernet Franc.