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Alfredo Roca
2008 Dedicación Personal Sauvignon Blanc
The Roca family has been producing wine in Mendoza for 4 generations, and currently farms nearly 260 acres in San Rafael, the southernmost province of Mendoza. At altitudes of 2,300 to 2,600 feet above sea level, Roca's vineyards produce distinct, cool-climate wines of singular quality.
Tasting Notes: This Sauvignon Blanc offers spicy, citrus and vanilla aromas and light herbaceous notes on the nose. On the palate, it has both richness and freshness, with vibrant fruit and a crisp acidity in perfect balance with its rich, creamy, mouthfeel.
Serve With: Enjoy this versatile wine with white meats, flavorful seafood dishes, creamy pasta preparations, and dishes such as white pizza, vegetable korma, and more...
Vineyards
257 acres total; 86 Malbec, 42 Cabernet Sauvignon, 30 Chardonnay, 25 Pinot Noir, 20 Bonarda, 15 Merlot, 15 Sauvignon Blanc, 8 each Syrah, Tocai and Chenin Blanc.
Appellation
San Rafael
Composition
100% Sauvignon Blanc.
Viticulture
Fruit was sourced from 10+ year-old vines at the Finca La Perseverancia vineyard (nearly 2,300 ft above sea-level). Harvested during the second week of February, with average yields of 5 tons/acre.
Vinification
Low pressure pressing and fermentation at 57°F in stainless steel tanks for 70%. 30% barrel fermented/aged. Matured on the fine lees until bottling.
Alcohol
11.3%
Accolades
90 pts, "Layered on the palate with plenty of ripe fruit buttressed by vibrant acidity, this lengthy effort will provide much pleasure" - The Wine Advocate, Values Report, 8/09.
UPC
750 ml: 0 97871 01184 6
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Label
300 DPI Label