Winemaker Luis Asmet
Winery Bodegas El Porvenir de los Andes
Appellation Cafayate Valley, Province of Salta
Country Argentina
Grape Varietal Torrontés
HISTORY
With roots going back to the 1890's, El Porvenir was rediscovered in 1999 under the influence of a new owner, the Romero-Marcuzzi family. With a highly experienced and committed team, they are producing premium wines with the best technology and methods available.
TERROIR
The 35-year old vines, growing in a rocky and sandy soil, benefit from a high altitude (more than 6,000 feet above sea level) and tremendous sun exposure (more than 330 days of sun). The climate is dry with a very low level of rain (less that 200 mm of rain a year).
VITICULTURE & VINIFICATION
Planted at a density of 3500-4000 plants per hectare, the vines are trained on pergola with bilateral cordon. They produce a yield of 100 Hl / hectare. The fermentation is done with selected yeast, between 15°C to 16°C.
AGEING
Wines age in stainless steel tanks.
VINTAGE
2008 benefited from an overall good weather, with anticipated January rains and some cloudy days. Harvest began at the end of February. The grapes were of very good quality and condition which gave forth an expressive fruit, with a nice balance and a pronounced acidity.
STYLE
Eye: Elegant color with shades of bright greenish yellow.
Nose: Fresh and fruity character, intense and typical, with fascinating floral aromas.
Palate: Fresh flavor, young and fruity, with very good acidity. Excellent structure and balanced.
FOOD PAIRING
Refined and fresh, it goes well with fish, shellfish and salads.
WHEN TO DRINK
Now and up to 2 years, all year long.
TECHNICALS
Alcohol: 13.4%, Total acidity: 5.9 g/l, PH: 3.5, Residual sugar: 1.8 g/l
French Blonde 2008
Flaca 2008
