Malbec ‘Lote 44’

Winemaker

Javier and Jorge Catena

Appellation

Mendoza

Varieties

Malbec

Viticulture

The climate typically presents hot days and cold nights, with a considerable temperature variation. Harvest takes place in two, separate stages: an early harvest to obtain good acidity, freshness and floral notes; and a second harvest to obtain tropical fruits aromas and flavors.

Soil

The soil is sandy and rocky

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Vinification

First the grapes undergo a cold, pre-fermentation maceration to preserve primary aromas, followed by fermentation with a series of pumpovers to ensure a more balanced extraction. The juice is then fermented for about 12 days at low temperatures.

Aging

Aging: 6-8 months on French Oak

Available Sizes (L)

0.750