Marcelo Pelleriti Grand Cuvee Blend 2013 🇦🇷

Marcelo Pelleriti Grand Cuvee Blend 2013: A Masterpiece from Mendoza

93 points. "An impressive, old-school blend with rich concentration and balance. The 2013 Grand Cuvee brings together the best of Mendoza’s high-altitude terroir with Marcelo Pelleriti’s signature winemaking expertise." – James Suckling

Tasting Notes:

• Color: Deep ruby with purple undertones.
• Nose: Intense aromas of blackberries, cassis, and dried herbs, with hints of vanilla and mocha from the oak aging.
• Palate: Full-bodied and complex, showcasing ripe dark fruits like blackcurrant and plum, combined with spice and a touch of tobacco. The tannins are smooth, and the acidity is fresh, creating a long, elegant finish.
• Finish: Persistent with a balanced combination of fruit, oak, and soft tannins.

The Story Behind the Wine: This exceptional wine is crafted by Marcelo Pelleriti, the first Latin American winemaker to achieve a perfect 100-point score from Robert Parker. The 2013 Grand Cuvee is sourced from the La Consulta vineyard in the Uco Valley, Mendoza, known for its high-altitude vines at over 3,200 feet. This blend of 80% Malbec and 20% Cabernet Franc is a true expression of the region’s terroir, with its alluvial soils and calcareous deposits adding minerality and structure to the wine. Aged for 24 months in French oak barrels and further matured for 30 months in bottle, this wine is built for longevity, with the potential to age beautifully over the next 20 years.

Pairing Suggestions:

• Red Meat: Perfect with grilled steaks or braised lamb, where the wine’s rich tannins complement the savory flavors.
• Game: Ideal with venison or wild boar, as the wine’s earthy and fruity profile enhances the flavors of game.
• Cheese: Pairs wonderfully with aged Manchego or Pecorino, balancing the wine’s bold fruit and spice.

Winemaking & Terroir: The grapes are hand-harvested and carefully sorted to ensure only the highest quality fruit makes it into the wine. The micro-winemaking technique includes fermenting the wine in 225-liter French oak barrels, with daily rotation and hand pigeage to enhance extraction. This method, combined with aging in oak, adds depth and complexity to the wine, making it one of the standout blends from Mendoza.

Wine Specifications:

• Variety: 80% Malbec, 20% Cabernet Franc
• Alcohol: 14.5%
• Serving Temperature: 16-18°C
• Bottle Size: 750 ml
• Store Potential: Drink now or cellar for up to 20 years.
• Appellation: Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina

Buy Now: Marcelo Pelleriti Grand Cuvee Blend 2013
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