Cabernet Syrah 2004

This is a wine of great character and charm with an intense Garnet color. On the nose the bouquet is red bell pepper, cassis and intense spice (brought by the Syrah). There are also hints of chocolate and vanilla, which the oak has contributed. Round and full in the mouth, there are balancing ripe tannins. Red berry fruit and black pepper come to mind. A long and delicious finish.

Pairing: This wine pairs perfectly with red meats such as lamb and venison, and goes well with spiced dishes and full-bodied sauces.

Serving Temperature: 59 to 62.6ºF

This wine has been slightly filtered and bottled; it may present tartrate precipitates which do not affect quality at all.

Blend: 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Syrah
Coordinates: 35º latitude South
Altitude: 800m above sea level
Mean annual precipitation: 7.9 in
Temperature pattern: 3,596ºF- days in the Winkler scale
Temperature range: 18-71.6ºF between day and night
Vineyards: Planted in 1998 and 2000
Training system: High-trained vines
Pruning: Bilateral cordon
Irrigation: Pressurized drip irrigation with defrost water from the mountains
Harvest time: 2nd fortnight of March to 2nd fortnight of April
Yield per hectare: 13,200 pounds
Aging: 9 months in French Oak barrels. Each varietal was aged separately during 18 months in the bottle.