Mendel Cabernet Franc 2023 vs Perez Cruz Carmenere Limited Edition
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. Perez Cruz Carmenere Limited Edition currently starts £0.34 lower.
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £23.49 | £23.15 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Mendel | Perez Cruz |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Cabernet Franc | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Region | Mendoza | Maipo |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Mendel Cabernet Franc 2023
Mendel Cabernet Franc represents exceptional expression from Mendoza, Argentina. Grown on carefully selected parcels in Luján de Cuyo and Agrelo, many from vines averaging 45 years old, this wine showcases the elegance and aromatic complexity that makes Cabernet Franc so distinctive. Crafted by Roberto de la Mota, one of Argentina's most respected winemakers, this wine offers refined structure, vibrant fruit, and remarkable balance. Why You'll Love It This is premium Argentine Cabernet Franc from one of Mendoza's most respected producers. Roberto de la Mota's expertise shines through in this elegant wine sourced from 45-year-old vines in the prestigious Luján de Cuyo and Agrelo regions. With 12 months in French and American oak and meticulous winemaking including manual pigeage, this wine offers exceptional quality and complexity at an outstanding price point. Meet the Producer Mendel Wines blends the expertise of Roberto de la Mota, one of Argentina's most respected winemakers, with the tradition of a well-established Argentine family, producing wines that reflect the unique terroir of Luján de Cuyo and Agrelo with precision and elegance. Production Hand-harvested grapes are sorted and 100% destemmed, with manual berry selection. Fermentation and maceration take place in a combination of concrete and 80-hectolitre tanks, with daily manual pigeage for around two weeks. The wine then spends 12 months ageing in new and used American and French oak, with minimal filtration before bottling. Tasting Notes Deep, rich ruby in colour, the nose reveals aromas of red berries, violets, herbs, and subtle spice. The palate is medium to full-bodied with elegant structure, vibrant fruit flavours, fine tannins, and a lingering, harmonious finish. Perfect Pairings Pairs beautifully with grilled lamb, roasted beef, pork, duck, or herb-crusted meats. Also excellent with aged cheeses and hearty vegetable dishes. Grape Variety 100% Cabernet Franc from 45-year-old vines
Perez Cruz Carmenere Limited Edition
Perez Cruz Carmenere Limited Edition is a premium expression of Carmenere from Vina Perez Cruz, a family-owned boutique winery located in the Maipo Alto subregion of Chile . Renowned for producing concentrated, expressive red wines , the estate covers 250 hectares of vines and has earned international acclaim since its first vintage in 2002. Perez Cruz is certified by Sustainable Wines of Chile, and its eco-friendly winery, designed by award-winning architect Jose Cruz Ovalle, combines natural light, thermal insulation and free air circulation for optimum winemaking conditions. Vineyard The grapes are sourced from low-yielding, double Guyot-trained vines on the Liguai Estate, located in the Maipo Valley's Maipo-Andes subregion. Situated at 440 to 520 metres above sea level, the vineyard sits in the mountain foothills with alluvial soils of low fertility. Drip irrigation is employed and harvest is carried out entirely by hand once the grapes reach optimal maturity, ensuring exceptional quality and concentration. Winemaking After hand-picking, the grapes are carefully selected before being crushed into stainless steel tanks. Fermentation occurs over seven days at controlled temperatures of 23 to 27 degrees Celsius, with 15 days of skin contact. Daily pump-overs are adjusted based on tastings to achieve precise extraction of colour, tannins and flavour. The wine undergoes an additional six-day maceration before being racked into French oak barrels for 14 months of maturation, with 15% new oak enhancing structure and complexity. Tasting Notes An opulent and aromatic Carmenere with pronounced notes of blackberry, blackcurrant and a hint of mint, layered with mocha, subtle spice and fine herbal nuances. The palate is elegant and complex with supple tannins and a savoury, lingering finish, reflecting the unique terroir of Maipo Alto. Perfect Pairings A natural partner for roasted lamb, grilled beef, duck, hearty stews and mature hard cheeses. An excellent wine for special
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