"A spicy red with dried herbs, blackcurrants and black plums. Finely crafted on the palate, which is medium to full-bodied and rolls on layers of blue fruit, interwoven with lively acidity. Drink now." (James Suckling 2019)
Features
Estate
Domaine Bousquet
Cuvée
Gaia
Vintage
2018
Designation
Mendoza
Region
Argentina
Grape varieties
50% Malbec, 45% Syrah, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon
Terroirs
Gravel and sand soils
Viticulture
Certified organic
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
Cold pre-fermentation maceration for 72 hours, followed by fermentation in vats for 12 days, then post-fermentation maceration for 14 days.
Breeding
10 months in barrels
Alcohol content
14.5%
Organic
Yes
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Intense red with dark purple highlights
Nose
Flavors of black currant, black plum and aromatic herbs.
Mouth
Juicy and fruity, velvety and structured
Serve
AT 16-18°C
Open
2 hours before
Drink before
2023
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with red meats, game, a cheese platter, chocolate...
Domaine Bousquet
Mendoza
Expert opinion
James Suckling
Rated wine (2019 guide) 91/100
About the wine:
A spicy red with dried herbs, blackcurrants and black plums. Finely crafted on the palate, which is medium to full-bodied and rolls on layers of blue fruits, interwoven with lively acidity. Drink now.
Customer reviews
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