Rutini Wines Felipe Rutini Red 2017 🇦🇷

Rutini Wines Felipe Rutini Red 2017: A Premier Argentinian Blend

96 points. "A sophisticated and complex Bordeaux-style blend from Mendoza’s renowned Uco Valley. Intense fruit, silky tannins, and refined oak balance define this exceptional wine." – Wine Spectator

Tasting Notes:

• Color: Deep ruby with violet reflections.
• Nose: Aromas of ripe blackberries, cherries, and plums, intertwined with tobacco, leather, and dark chocolate from its oak aging.
• Palate: Full-bodied and balanced, offering layers of red and black fruits, cocoa, and spices. Silky tannins lead to a long, elegant finish with notes of vanilla and toasted oak.
• Finish: Smooth and lingering, with rich fruit and spice nuances.

The Story Behind the Wine: Produced by Rutini Wines, a leading winery in Mendoza, Argentina, Felipe Rutini is the winery’s flagship wine, named in honor of its founder, who emigrated from Italy in the late 19th century. Felipe Rutini established Bodega La Rural in 1885, making significant contributions to Argentina's wine industry. The Felipe Rutini label, launched in 1985 as a tribute to his legacy, represents the highest expression of the estate's winemaking.

Crafted under the guidance of Mariano Di Paola, Rutini’s head winemaker since 1993, this 2017 vintage is a blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and 20% Malbec, sourced from the winery’s prime vineyards in Gualtallary and La Consulta, Uco Valley. The wine is aged for 18 months in new French oak barrels, adding depth, structure, and complexity​.

Pairing Suggestions:

• Red Meat: Perfect with grilled steaks or roast lamb, where the wine’s tannins complement the richness of the meat.
• Game: Pairs beautifully with venison or wild boar, enhancing the wine’s earthy notes.
• Cheese: Ideal with aged cheeses like Parmesan or Manchego, balancing the wine’s bold flavors.

Winemaking & Terroir: The vineyards, planted at high altitudes in Gualtallary and La Consulta, benefit from the cool, dry climate and calcareous soils, which impart bright acidity and minerality to the wine. These elements, combined with meticulous winemaking techniques, make Felipe Rutini 2017 a top-tier Argentinian wine​.

Wine Specifications:

• Variety: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 20% Malbec
• Alcohol: 14.5%
• Serving Temperature: 16-18°C
• Bottle Size: 750 ml
• Store Potential: Enjoy now or cellar for up to 20 years.
• Appellation: Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina

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