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Alfredo Roca
2008 Malbec
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: Concentrated, complex dark fruit aromas of cassis and plums on the nose. Well balanced, with soft tannins and a lingering finish.
Serve With: Excellent with flavorful grilled meats including marinated skirt steak, kabobs 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% Malbec.
Viticulture
Fruit was sourced from 30 year-old vines at the La Perseverancia vineyard (about 2,300 ft above sea-level). Average yields of 3.7 tons/acre.
Vinification
Extended maceration period of 20 days. 50% matured 9 months in second-use American oak barrels, 50% matured 9 months in tank with French oak inner-staves.
Alcohol
13.5%
UPC
750 ml: 0 97871 00717 7
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Label
300 DPI Label
Tech Sheet
Alfredo Roca: Malbec 2008 TS
Bottle Shot
Alfredo Roca: Malbec 2008 BS