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Alfredo Roca
2009 Cabernet Sauvignon
The Roca family has been producing wine in Mendoza for 4 generations, and currently farms nearly 280 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: A wine of great intensity, richness and concentration, with plum/cherry character and pepper and tobacco notes.
Serve With: Excellent with prime cuts of red meat.
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% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Viticulture
Fruit was sourced from 45 year-old vines at the La Perseverancia vineyard (about 2,300 ft above sea-level). Yields of 3.7 tons/acre.
Vinification
Extended maceration of period of 25 days. Matured 8 months in American oak barrels, second and third use.
Alcohol
13.1%
UPC
750 ml: 0 97871 00713 9
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Alfredo Roca Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 TS
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Alfredo Roca 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon ST