Gualtallary, Tupungato, Valle de Uco, Tunuyán, Central Region, Mendoza, ArgentinaThe subregion of Gualltallary is a buy sign for me, and this pinot grown at 1300m above sea level in Tupungato is just another example of that statement. Raised in stony, gravelly, chalky soils, Terroir Unico was native fermented in cement, giving it volume and pureness of fruit throughout. The attack is soft and awash in dark cherry, spice, and black raspberries with easy-sipping tannins in the back end. Definitely Argentine but mostly cool southern pinot. I’m thinking chicken empanadas. Fine value too.Tasted: 01 March 2021Tasted by: Prices:
Gualtallary, Tupungato, Valle de Uco, Tunuyán, Central Region, Mendoza, ArgentinaFrom a high altitude (1300m) vineyard in Tupungato, this young vine pinot noir is rooted in chalky soils. This was 20% whole cluster, native fermented in cement, where it remained until bottling. Soft and fruit forward, with youthful cherry, raspberry, wrapped in soft, spicy tannins, this has a bright, mouthwatering freshness to the palate, thanks to the altitude and soils. The finish tightens off quickly, but nothing that grilled pork chops wouldn’t mitigate.Tasted: 01 March 2021Tasted by: Prices:
Gualtallary, Tupungato, Valle de Uco, Tunuyán, Central Region, Mendoza, ArgentinaThis is sourced from a vineyard in Tupungato Valley, a sub-region located less than 100 kilometres south of the city of Mendoza. Tupungato is known for its high altitude vineyards, and this particular vineyard sits at 1,300 metres above sea level. It's a fairly simple, unoaked pinot noir that's surprisingly earthy and vegetal, with lean red fruits. It's a relatively light, quaffable style with fine tannins, but the finish is marred by disjointed, tart acidity. Drink now and serve lightly chilled.Tasted: 01 March 2021Tasted by: Prices:
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