Castillo de Aresan Bourbon Barrel Aged Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 vs Kaiken Clasico Malbec 2023
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £12.99 | £12.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Castillo De Aresan | Kaiken |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Cabernet Sauvignon | Malbec |
| Region | — | Mendoza |
| Country | — | Argentina |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Castillo de Aresan Bourbon Barrel Aged Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Castillo de Aresan Bourbon Barrel Aged Cabernet Sauvignon is a bold and expressive red from Spain, showcasing the power of Cabernet Sauvignon with the rich influence of bourbon barrel ageing. The wine features deep dark fruit flavours, layered with notes of vanilla, spice, and toasted oak, giving a smooth, full-bodied palate and a long, lingering finish. An innovative and distinctive wine offering exceptional quality at an outstanding price. Why You'll Love It This is innovative Spanish Cabernet Sauvignon with a unique twist—12-14 months ageing in bourbon barrels. The bourbon barrels impart distinctive vanilla, caramel, and spice nuances while maintaining the varietal character of Cabernet Sauvignon. With hand-harvesting, temperature-controlled fermentation, and careful barrel selection, this wine offers remarkable complexity and depth. A bold, expressive style that delivers exceptional value for bourbon barrel aged wine. Meet the Producer Castillo de Aresan is a Spanish winery dedicated to producing rich, expressive wines that combine traditional varietals with innovative ageing techniques to enhance complexity and depth. The estate focuses on creating distinctive wines that offer exceptional quality and character. Production Hand-harvested grapes are carefully destemmed and fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. The wine is then aged in bourbon barrels for a period of 12-14 months, allowing integration of the bourbon's vanilla, caramel, and spice nuances while maintaining the varietal character of Cabernet Sauvignon. Tasting Notes Deep ruby colour with aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, vanilla, and subtle smoky spice. On the palate, it is full-bodied, with ripe dark fruit, integrated tannins, and a rich, velvety texture leading to a long, warming finish. Perfect Pairings Pairs well with grilled steaks, slow-cooked beef dishes, hearty stews, mature cheeses, barbecued ribs, or burgers. Also excellent with bold, flavourful cuisine. Grape Variety
Kaiken Clasico Malbec 2023
Kaiken Clásico Malbec is a vibrant, fruit-forward expression of Mendoza's signature grape — crafted by a winery with a compelling story. Named after the wild geese of Patagonia that cross the Andes, Kaiken was founded by the Chilean Montes team who made the same journey to establish vineyards in Argentina. The result is a Malbec of real character: ripe, expressive, and beautifully approachable. Why You'll Love It Sourced from the Agrelo zone in Mendoza at 950 metres above sea level, where Andean soils of silt, clay, sand, and stone push the vines to produce grapes of exceptional concentration and freshness. Kaiken combines fruit from its own vineyards (70%) with carefully selected partner sites (30%), focusing on balance, ripeness, and expressive varietal character. Partially aged in French oak for added depth — without losing the vibrant fruit that makes this wine so easy to love. Vineyard & Production Grapes are hand-picked into 300kg batches and meticulously sorted at the winery. Fermentation takes place in small tanks with approximately 20 days of maceration to extract colour, aroma, and structure. Around 40% of the wine is then aged for six months in French oak barrels before blending, ensuring a harmonious balance of fresh fruit and integrated oak. Tasting Notes Deep purple in colour. The nose reveals pronounced plum and blackberry aromas, complemented by black pepper and clove. The palate is fresh and expressive, with soft, ripe tannins and a balanced, approachable finish that keeps you coming back for more. Perfect Pairings A versatile red for the table. Excellent with grilled meats, slow-roasted lamb, hearty pasta dishes, and roasted vegetables. Also a great match for mature cheddar or a smoky barbecue spread. The Blend Malbec 100% — Agrelo, Mendoza, Argentina. 950m altitude. Partial French oak ageing. 75cl bottle.
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